What party did Roger Sherman belong to?

Roger Sherman was a member of the Pro-Administration party and represented the state of Connecticut in the U.S. Senate.

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

Roger Sherman served in the U.S. Senate from June 13, 1791 to July 23, 1793, representing Connecticut.

When did Roger Sherman die?

Roger Sherman died on July 23, 1793.

Historical Profile

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

Pro-Administration Inactive

Roger Sherman

Former U.S. Senator for Connecticut

Biography

Roger Sherman (died 1793) was an American politician who represented Connecticut in the United States Senate from June 1791 to July 1793, during the 2nd–3rd Congresses. Sherman served as a Pro-Administration. Sherman died in office on July 23, 1793.

Key Information

Full Name: Roger Sherman
Died: July 23, 1793
Term Started: June 13, 1791
Term Ended: July 23, 1793

Service History

Jun 13, 1791 – Jul 23, 1793 2nd–3rd Congresses Pro-Administration 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 Sherman's service:

Oliver Ellsworth (CT) 1791–1793