What party did Richard Young belong to?

Richard Young was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Illinois in the U.S. Senate.

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

Richard Young served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1837 to March 3, 1843, representing Illinois.

When did Richard Young die?

Richard Young died on November 28, 1861.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Richard Young

Former U.S. Senator for Illinois

Biography

Richard Young (died 1861) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from March 1837 to March 1843, during the 25th–27th Congresses. Young served as a Democrat. Young died on November 28, 1861.

Key Information

Full Name: Richard Montgomery Young
Died: November 28, 1861
Term Started: March 4, 1837
Term Ended: March 3, 1843

Service History

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

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 Illinois

Dick Durbin

Democrat
Tammy Duckworth

Democrat

Served With

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

John Robinson (IL) 1837–1841
Samuel McRoberts (IL) 1841–1843