What party did Samel Crafts belong to?

Samel Crafts was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of Vermont in the U.S. Senate.

When did Samel Crafts serve in the U.S. Senate?

Samel Crafts served in the U.S. Senate from April 23, 1842 to March 3, 1843, representing Vermont.

When did Samel Crafts die?

Samel Crafts died on November 19, 1853.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

Samel Crafts

Former U.S. Senator for Vermont

Biography

Samel Crafts (died 1853) was an American politician who represented Vermont in the United States Senate from April 1842 to March 1843, during the 27th Congress. Crafts served as a Whig. Crafts died on November 19, 1853.

Key Information

Full Name: Samel Chandler Crafts
Died: November 19, 1853
Term Started: April 23, 1842
Term Ended: March 3, 1843

Service History

Apr 23, 1842 – Mar 3, 1843 27th Congress Whig Vermont

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 Vermont

Peter Welch

Democrat
Bernie Sanders

Independent

Served With

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

Samuel Phelps (VT) 1842–1843