What party did Robert Toombs belong to?

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

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

Robert Toombs served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1853 to February 4, 1861, representing Georgia.

When did Robert Toombs die?

Robert Toombs died on December 15, 1885.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Robert Toombs

Former U.S. Senator for Georgia

Biography

Robert Toombs (died 1885) was an American politician who represented Georgia in the United States Senate from March 1853 to February 1861, during the 33rd–36th Congresses. Toombs served as a Democrat. Toombs died on December 15, 1885.

Key Information

Full Name: Robert Augustus Toombs
Died: December 15, 1885
Term Started: March 4, 1853
Term Ended: February 4, 1861

Service History

Mar 4, 1853 – Feb 4, 1861 33rd–36th Congresses Democrat Georgia

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 Georgia

Jon Ossoff

Democrat
Raphael Warnock

Democrat

Served With

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

William Dawson (GA) 1853–1855
Alfred Iverson, Sr. (GA) 1855–1861