What party did Thaddeus Betts belong to?

Thaddeus Betts was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of Connecticut in the U.S. Senate.

When did Thaddeus Betts serve in the U.S. Senate?

Thaddeus Betts served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1839 to April 7, 1840, representing Connecticut.

When did Thaddeus Betts die?

Thaddeus Betts died on April 7, 1840.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

Thaddeus Betts

Former U.S. Senator for Connecticut

Biography

Thaddeus Betts (died 1840) was an American politician who represented Connecticut in the United States Senate from March 1839 to April 1840, during the 26th Congress. Betts served as a Whig. Betts died in office on April 7, 1840.

Key Information

Full Name: Thaddeus Betts
Died: April 7, 1840
Term Started: March 4, 1839
Term Ended: April 7, 1840

Service History

Mar 4, 1839 – Apr 7, 1840 26th Congress Whig Connecticut

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 Connecticut

Richard Blumenthal

Democrat
Chris Murphy

Democrat

Served With

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

Perry Smith (CT) 1839–1840