What party did Thomas Clingman belong to?

Thomas Clingman was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of North Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

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

Thomas Clingman served in the U.S. Senate from May 7, 1858 to March 11, 1861, representing North Carolina.

When did Thomas Clingman die?

Thomas Clingman died on November 3, 1897.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Thomas Clingman

Former U.S. Senator for North Carolina

Biography

Thomas Clingman (died 1897) was an American politician who represented North Carolina in the United States Senate from January 1858 to March 1861, during the 35th–36th Congresses. Clingman served as a Democrat. Clingman died on November 3, 1897.

Key Information

Full Name: Thomas Lanier Clingman
Died: November 3, 1897
Term Started: January 1, 1858
Term Ended: March 3, 1861
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Jan 1, 1858 – Mar 3, 1861 35th–36th Congresses Democrat North Carolina

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 North Carolina

Served With

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

Asa Biggs (NC) 1858–1859
David Reid (NC) 1858–1859
Thomas Bragg (NC) 1859–1861