Historical Profile
Thomas Bayard, Sr. is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Democrat
Inactive
Thomas Bayard, Sr.
Former U.S. Senator for Delaware
Biography
Thomas Bayard, Sr. (died 1898) was an American politician who represented Delaware in the United States Senate from March 1869 to March 1885, during the 41st–49th Congresses. Bayard served as a Democrat. Bayard died on September 28, 1898.
Key Information
- Full Name: Thomas Francis Bayard, Sr.
- Died: September 28, 1898
- Term Started: March 4, 1869
- Term Ended: March 6, 1885
Service History
- Mar 4, 1869 – Mar 6, 1885 41st–49th Congresses Democrat Delaware
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 Delaware
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Bayard's service:
- Willard Saulsbury, Sr. (DE) 1869–1871
- Eli Saulsbury (DE) 1871–1885