What party did Richard Bayard belong to?

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

When did Richard Bayard serve in the U.S. Senate?

Richard Bayard served in the U.S. Senate from January 12, 1841 to March 3, 1845, representing Delaware.

When did Richard Bayard die?

Richard Bayard died on March 4, 1868.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

Richard Bayard

Former U.S. Senator for Delaware

Biography

Richard Bayard (died 1868) was an American politician who represented Delaware in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1836 and 1845, between the 24th and 28th Congresses. Bayard served as a Whig. Bayard died on March 4, 1868.

Key Information

Full Name: Richard Henry Bayard
Died: March 4, 1868
Term Started: May 31, 1841
Term Ended: March 3, 1845
Senate Class: Class I

Service History

Jun 17, 1836 – May 31, 1841 24th–27th Congresses Whig Delaware
May 31, 1841 – Mar 3, 1845 27th–28th 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 Bayard's service:

Thomas Clayton (DE) 1836–1845
John Clayton (DE) 1836–1845
Arnold Naudain (DE) 1836–1837