What party did Josiah Evans belong to?

Josiah Evans was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

When did Josiah Evans serve in the U.S. Senate?

Josiah Evans served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1853 to May 6, 1858, representing South Carolina.

When did Josiah Evans die?

Josiah Evans died on May 6, 1858.

Historical Profile

Josiah Evans is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Democrat Inactive

Josiah Evans

Former U.S. Senator for South Carolina

Biography

Josiah Evans (died 1858) was an American politician who represented South Carolina in the United States Senate from December 1853 to May 1858, during the 33rd–35th Congresses. Evans served as a Democrat. Evans died in office on May 6, 1858.

Key Information

Full Name: Josiah James Evans
Died: May 6, 1858
Term Started: December 5, 1853
Term Ended: May 6, 1858
Senate Class: Class II

Service History

Dec 5, 1853 – May 6, 1858 33rd–35th Congresses Democrat South Carolina

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from South Carolina

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Evans's service:

Andrew Butler (SC) 1853–1857
James Hammond (SC) 1857–1858