What party did Oliver Smith belong to?

Oliver Smith was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of Indiana in the U.S. Senate.

When did Oliver Smith serve in the U.S. Senate?

Oliver Smith served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1837 to March 3, 1843, representing Indiana.

When did Oliver Smith die?

Oliver Smith died on March 19, 1859.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

Oliver Smith

Former U.S. Senator for Indiana

Biography

Oliver Smith (died 1859) was an American politician who represented Indiana in the United States Senate from March 1837 to March 1843, during the 25th–27th Congresses. Smith served as a Whig. Smith died on March 19, 1859.

Key Information

Full Name: Oliver Hampton Smith
Died: March 19, 1859
Term Started: March 4, 1837
Term Ended: March 3, 1843

Service History

Mar 4, 1837 – Mar 3, 1843 25th–27th Congresses Whig Indiana

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 Indiana

Todd Young

Republican
Jim Banks

Republican

Served With

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

John Tipton (IN) 1837–1839
Albert White (IN) 1839–1843