Historical Profile
Josiah Johnston is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Josiah Johnston
Former U.S. Senator for Louisiana
Biography
Josiah Johnston (died 1833) was an American politician who represented Louisiana in the United States Senate from January 1824 to May 1833, during the 18th–23rd Congresses. Johnston served as an Anti-Jacksonian. Johnston died in office on May 19, 1833.
Key Information
- Full Name: Josiah Stoddard Johnston
- Died: May 19, 1833
- Term Started: January 15, 1824
- Term Ended: May 19, 1833
Service History
- Jan 15, 1824 – May 19, 1833 18th–23rd Congresses Anti-Jacksonian Louisiana
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 Louisiana
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Johnston's service:
- Henry Johnson (LA) 1824
- Charles Bouligny (LA) 1824–1829
- Edward Livingston (LA) 1829–1831
- George Waggaman (LA) 1831–1833