What party did Robert Rhett belong to?

Robert Rhett was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

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

Robert Rhett served in the U.S. Senate from December 18, 1850 to May 7, 1852, representing South Carolina.

When did Robert Rhett die?

Robert Rhett died on September 14, 1876.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Robert Rhett

Former U.S. Senator for South Carolina

Biography

Robert Rhett (died 1876) was an American politician who represented South Carolina in the United States Senate from December 1850 to May 1852, during the 31st–32nd Congresses. Rhett served as a Democrat. Rhett died on September 14, 1876.

Key Information

Full Name: Robert Barnwell Rhett
Died: September 14, 1876
Term Started: December 18, 1850
Term Ended: May 7, 1852

Service History

Dec 18, 1850 – May 7, 1852 31st–32nd Congresses Democrat South Carolina

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 South Carolina

Tim Scott

Republican
Lindsey Graham

Republican

Served With

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

Andrew Butler (SC) 1850–1852