What party did Samuel Johnston belong to?

Samuel Johnston was a member of the Pro-Administration party and represented the state of North Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

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

Samuel Johnston served in the U.S. Senate from November 26, 1789 to March 3, 1793, representing North Carolina.

When did Samuel Johnston die?

Samuel Johnston died on August 17, 1816.

Historical Profile

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

Pro-Administration Inactive

Samuel Johnston

Former U.S. Senator for North Carolina

Biography

Samuel Johnston (died 1816) was an American politician who represented North Carolina in the United States Senate from November 1789 to March 1793, during the 1st–2nd Congresses. Johnston served as a Pro-Administration. Johnston died on August 17, 1816.

Key Information

Full Name: Samuel Johnston
Died: August 17, 1816
Term Started: November 26, 1789
Term Ended: March 3, 1793

Service History

Nov 26, 1789 – Mar 3, 1793 1st–2nd Congresses Pro-Administration North Carolina

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 North Carolina

Served With

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

Benjamin Hawkins (NC) 1789–1793