What party did Ninian Edwards belong to?

Ninian Edwards was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Illinois in the U.S. Senate.

When did Ninian Edwards serve in the U.S. Senate?

Ninian Edwards served in the U.S. Senate from December 3, 1818 to March 4, 1824, representing Illinois.

When did Ninian Edwards die?

Ninian Edwards died on July 20, 1833.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Ninian Edwards

Former U.S. Senator for Illinois

Biography

Ninian Edwards (died 1833) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from December 1818 to March 1824, during the 15th–18th Congresses. Edwards served as a Republican. Edwards died on July 20, 1833.

Key Information

Full Name: Ninian Edwards
Died: July 20, 1833
Term Started: March 4, 1819
Term Ended: March 4, 1824
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Dec 3, 1818 – Mar 4, 1819 15th Congress Republican Illinois
Mar 4, 1819 – Mar 4, 1824 16th–18th Congresses Republican Illinois

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 Illinois

Served With

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

Jesse Thomas (IL) 1818–1824