What party did Nicholas Van Dyke belong to?

Nicholas Van Dyke was a member of the Adams Republican party and represented the state of Delaware in the U.S. Senate.

When did Nicholas Van Dyke serve in the U.S. Senate?

Nicholas Van Dyke served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1817 to May 21, 1826, representing Delaware.

When did Nicholas Van Dyke die?

Nicholas Van Dyke died on May 21, 1826.

Historical Profile

Nicholas Van Dyke is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Adams Republican Inactive

Nicholas Van Dyke

Former U.S. Senator for Delaware

Biography

Nicholas Van Dyke (died 1826) was an American politician who represented Delaware in the United States Senate from March 1817 to May 1826, during the 15th–19th Congresses. Van Dyke served as an Adams Republican. Van Dyke died in office on May 21, 1826.

Key Information

Full Name: Nicholas Van Dyke
Died: May 21, 1826
Term Started: March 4, 1817
Term Ended: May 21, 1826

Service History

Mar 4, 1817 – May 21, 1826 15th–19th Congresses Adams Republican Delaware

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 Delaware

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Van Dyke's service:

Outerbridge Horsey (DE) 1817–1821
Caesar Rodney (DE) 1822–1823
Thomas Clayton (DE) 1824–1826