What party did Nathan Dixon belong to?

Nathan Dixon was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of Rhode Island in the U.S. Senate.

When did Nathan Dixon serve in the U.S. Senate?

Nathan Dixon served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1839 to January 29, 1842, representing Rhode Island.

When did Nathan Dixon die?

Nathan Dixon died on January 29, 1842.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

Nathan Dixon

Former U.S. Senator for Rhode Island

Biography

Nathan Dixon (died 1842) was an American politician who represented Rhode Island in the United States Senate from March 1839 to January 1842, during the 26th–27th Congresses. Dixon served as a Whig. Dixon died in office on January 29, 1842.

Key Information

Full Name: Nathan Fellow Dixon
Died: January 29, 1842
Term Started: March 4, 1839
Term Ended: January 29, 1842

Service History

Mar 4, 1839 – Jan 29, 1842 26th–27th Congresses Whig Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island

Jack Reed

Democrat
Sheldon Whitehouse

Democrat

Served With

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

Nehemiah Knight (RI) 1839–1841
James Simmons (RI) 1841–1842