What party did Robert Johnson belong to?

Robert Johnson was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Arkansas in the U.S. Senate.

When did Robert Johnson serve in the U.S. Senate?

Robert Johnson served in the U.S. Senate from July 6, 1853 to March 3, 1861, representing Arkansas.

When did Robert Johnson die?

Robert Johnson died on July 26, 1879.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Robert Johnson

Former U.S. Senator for Arkansas

Biography

Robert Johnson (died 1879) was an American politician who represented Arkansas in the United States Senate from July 1853 to March 1861, during the 33rd–36th Congresses. Johnson served as a Democrat. Johnson died on July 26, 1879.

Key Information

Full Name: Robert Ward Johnson
Died: July 26, 1879
Term Started: July 6, 1853
Term Ended: March 3, 1861

Service History

Jul 6, 1853 – Mar 3, 1861 33rd–36th Congresses Democrat Arkansas

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 Arkansas

Tom Cotton

Republican
John Boozman

Republican

Served With

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

William Sebastian (AR) 1853–1861