What party did Robert Nicholas belong to?

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

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

Robert Nicholas served in the U.S. Senate from January 13, 1836 to March 3, 1841, representing Louisiana.

When did Robert Nicholas die?

Robert Nicholas died on December 24, 1856.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Robert Nicholas

Former U.S. Senator for Louisiana

Biography

Robert Nicholas (died 1856) was an American politician who represented Louisiana in the United States Senate from January 1836 to March 1841, during the 24th–26th Congresses. Nicholas served as a Democrat. Nicholas died on December 24, 1856.

Key Information

Full Name: Robert Carter Nicholas
Died: December 24, 1856
Term Started: January 13, 1836
Term Ended: March 3, 1841

Service History

Jan 13, 1836 – Mar 3, 1841 24th–26th Congresses Democrat Louisiana

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 Louisiana

Served With

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

Henry Johnson (LA) 1836–1839
Alexander Porter (LA) 1836–1837
Alexander Mouton (LA) 1837–1841