What party did Prentiss Mellen belong to?

Prentiss Mellen was a member of the Federalist party and represented the state of Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate.

When did Prentiss Mellen serve in the U.S. Senate?

Prentiss Mellen served in the U.S. Senate from June 5, 1818 to May 15, 1820, representing Massachusetts.

When did Prentiss Mellen die?

Prentiss Mellen died on December 31, 1840.

Historical Profile

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

Federalist Inactive

Prentiss Mellen

Former U.S. Senator for Massachusetts

Biography

Prentiss Mellen (died 1840) was an American politician who represented Massachusetts in the United States Senate from June 1818 to May 1820, during the 15th–16th Congresses. Mellen served as a Federalist. Mellen died on December 31, 1840.

Key Information

Full Name: Prentiss Mellen
Died: December 31, 1840
Term Started: June 5, 1818
Term Ended: May 15, 1820

Service History

Jun 5, 1818 – May 15, 1820 15th–16th Congresses Federalist Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts

Ed Markey

Democrat
Elizabeth Warren

Democrat

Served With

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

Harrison Otis (MA) 1818–1820