What party did Samuel Dexter belong to?

Samuel Dexter was a member of the Federalist party and represented the state of Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate.

When did Samuel Dexter serve in the U.S. Senate?

Samuel Dexter served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1799 to May 30, 1800, representing Massachusetts.

When did Samuel Dexter die?

Samuel Dexter died on May 14, 1816.

Historical Profile

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

Federalist Inactive

Samuel Dexter

Former U.S. Senator for Massachusetts

Biography

Samuel Dexter (died 1816) was an American politician who represented Massachusetts in the United States Senate from December 1799 to March 1801, during the 6th Congress. Dexter served as a Federalist. Dexter died on May 14, 1816.

Key Information

Full Name: Samuel Dexter
Died: May 14, 1816
Term Started: December 2, 1799
Term Ended: March 3, 1801
Senate Class: Class II

Service History

Dec 2, 1799 – Mar 3, 1801 6th Congress Federalist Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts

Served With

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

Benjamin Goodhue (MA) 1799–1800
Dwight Foster (MA) 1800–1801
Jonathan Mason (MA) 1800–1801