What party did Roger Baldwin belong to?

Roger Baldwin was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of Connecticut in the U.S. Senate.

When did Roger Baldwin serve in the U.S. Senate?

Roger Baldwin served in the U.S. Senate from November 11, 1847 to March 3, 1851, representing Connecticut.

When did Roger Baldwin die?

Roger Baldwin died on February 19, 1863.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

Roger Baldwin

Former U.S. Senator for Connecticut

Biography

Roger Baldwin (died 1863) was an American politician who represented Connecticut in the United States Senate from November 1847 to March 1851, during the 30th–31st Congresses. Baldwin served as a Whig. Baldwin died on February 19, 1863.

Key Information

Full Name: Roger Sherman Baldwin
Died: February 19, 1863
Term Started: November 11, 1847
Term Ended: March 3, 1851

Service History

Nov 11, 1847 – Mar 3, 1851 30th–31st Congresses Whig Connecticut

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 Connecticut

Richard Blumenthal

Democrat
Chris Murphy

Democrat

Served With

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

John Niles (CT) 1847–1849
Truman Smith (CT) 1849–1851