What party did Obadiah German belong to?

Obadiah German was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of New York in the U.S. Senate.

When did Obadiah German serve in the U.S. Senate?

Obadiah German served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1809 to March 3, 1815, representing New York.

When did Obadiah German die?

Obadiah German died on September 24, 1842.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Obadiah German

Former U.S. Senator for New York

Biography

Obadiah German (died 1842) was an American politician who represented New York in the United States Senate from May 1809 to March 1815, during the 11th–13th Congresses. German served as a Republican. German died on September 24, 1842.

Key Information

Full Name: Obadiah German
Died: September 24, 1842
Term Started: May 22, 1809
Term Ended: March 3, 1815
Senate Class: Class I

Service History

May 22, 1809 – Mar 3, 1815 11th–13th Congresses 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.

Current Senators from New York

Chuck Schumer

Democrat
Kirsten Gillibrand

Democrat

Served With

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

Rufus King (NY) 1809–1815
John Smith (NY) 1809–1813