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Nathan Sanford

Former U.S. Senator for New York

Biography

Nathan Sanford (died 1838) was an American politician who represented New York in the United States Senate from December 1815 to March 1831, during the 14th–21st Congresses. Sanford served as a Republican and later as an Adams Republican. Sanford died on October 17, 1838.

Key Information

  • Full Name: Nathan Sanford
  • Died: October 17, 1838
  • Term Started: January 1, 1826
  • Term Ended: March 3, 1831
  • Senate Class: Class III

Service History

  • Dec 4, 1815 – Jan 1, 1826 14th–19th Congresses Republican New York
  • Jan 1, 1826 – Mar 3, 1831 19th–21st Congresses Adams Republican New York

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.

Served With

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