What party did Thomas Benton belong to?

Thomas Benton was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Missouri in the U.S. Senate.

When did Thomas Benton serve in the U.S. Senate?

Thomas Benton served in the U.S. Senate from August 10, 1821 to March 3, 1851, representing Missouri.

When did Thomas Benton die?

Thomas Benton died on April 10, 1858.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Thomas Benton

Former U.S. Senator for Missouri

Biography

Thomas Benton (died 1858) was an American politician who represented Missouri in the United States Senate from August 1821 to March 1851, during the 17th–31st Congresses. Benton served as a Democrat. Benton died on April 10, 1858.

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Key Information

Full Name: Thomas Hart Benton
Died: April 10, 1858
Term Started: August 10, 1821
Term Ended: March 3, 1851

Service History

Aug 10, 1821 – Mar 3, 1851 17th–31st Congresses Democrat Missouri

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 Missouri

Served With

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

David Barton (MO) 1821–1831
Alexander Buckner (MO) 1831–1833
Lewis Linn (MO) 1833–1843
David Atchison (MO) 1843–1851