What party did Presley Spruance belong to?

Presley Spruance was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of Delaware in the U.S. Senate.

When did Presley Spruance serve in the U.S. Senate?

Presley Spruance served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1847 to March 3, 1853, representing Delaware.

When did Presley Spruance die?

Presley Spruance died on February 13, 1863.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

Presley Spruance

Former U.S. Senator for Delaware

Biography

Presley Spruance (died 1863) was an American politician who represented Delaware in the United States Senate from March 1847 to March 1853, during the 30th–32nd Congresses. Spruance served as a Whig. Spruance died on February 13, 1863.

Key Information

Full Name: Presley Spruance
Died: February 13, 1863
Term Started: March 4, 1847
Term Ended: March 3, 1853

Service History

Mar 4, 1847 – Mar 3, 1853 30th–32nd Congresses Whig Delaware

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 Delaware

Served With

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

John Clayton (DE) 1847–1849
John Wales (DE) 1849–1851
James Bayard, Jr. (DE) 1851–1853