What party did Spencer Jarnagin belong to?

Spencer Jarnagin was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of Tennessee in the U.S. Senate.

When did Spencer Jarnagin serve in the U.S. Senate?

Spencer Jarnagin served in the U.S. Senate from October 17, 1843 to March 3, 1847, representing Tennessee.

When did Spencer Jarnagin die?

Spencer Jarnagin died on June 25, 1851.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

Spencer Jarnagin

Former U.S. Senator for Tennessee

Biography

Spencer Jarnagin (died 1851) was an American politician who represented Tennessee in the United States Senate from October 1843 to March 1847, during the 28th–29th Congresses. Jarnagin served as a Whig. Jarnagin died on June 25, 1851.

Key Information

Full Name: Spencer Jarnagin
Died: June 25, 1851
Term Started: October 17, 1843
Term Ended: March 3, 1847

Service History

Oct 17, 1843 – Mar 3, 1847 28th–29th Congresses Whig Tennessee

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 Tennessee

Bill Hagerty

Republican
Marsha Blackburn

Republican

Served With

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

Ephraim Foster (TN) 1843–1845
Hopkins Turney (TN) 1845–1847