What party did Perry Smith belong to?

Perry Smith was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Connecticut in the U.S. Senate.

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

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

When did Perry Smith die?

Perry Smith died on June 8, 1852.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Perry Smith

Former U.S. Senator for Connecticut

Biography

Perry Smith (died 1852) was an American politician who represented Connecticut in the United States Senate from March 1837 to March 1843, during the 25th–27th Congresses. Smith served as a Democrat. Smith died on June 8, 1852.

Key Information

Full Name: Perry Smith
Died: June 8, 1852
Term Started: March 4, 1837
Term Ended: March 3, 1843

Service History

Mar 4, 1837 – Mar 3, 1843 25th–27th Congresses Democrat Connecticut

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 Connecticut

Richard Blumenthal

Democrat
Chris Murphy

Democrat

Served With

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

John Niles (CT) 1837–1839
Thaddeus Betts (CT) 1839–1840
Jabez Huntington (CT) 1840–1843