What party did Silas Wright, Jr. belong to?

Silas Wright, Jr. was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of New York in the U.S. Senate.

When did Silas Wright, Jr. serve in the U.S. Senate?

Silas Wright, Jr. served in the U.S. Senate from January 4, 1833 to November 26, 1844, representing New York.

When did Silas Wright, Jr. die?

Silas Wright, Jr. died on August 27, 1847.

Historical Profile

Silas Wright, Jr. is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Democrat Inactive

Silas Wright, Jr.

Former U.S. Senator for New York

Biography

Silas Wright, Jr. (died 1847) was an American politician who represented New York in the United States Senate from December 1833 to November 1844, during the 23rd–28th Congresses. Wright served as a Jacksonian and later as a Democrat. Wright died on August 27, 1847.

Key Information

Full Name: Silas Wright, Jr.
Died: August 27, 1847
Term Started: December 4, 1843
Term Ended: November 26, 1844
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Dec 2, 1833 – Sep 4, 1837 23rd–25th Congresses Jacksonian New York
Sep 4, 1837 – Dec 4, 1843 25th–28th Congresses Democrat New York
Dec 4, 1843 – Nov 26, 1844 28th Congress Democrat New York

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 New York

Served With

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

Nathaniel Tallmadge (NY) 1833–1844