What party did Thomas Robertson belong to?

Thomas Robertson was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

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

Thomas Robertson served in the U.S. Senate from July 15, 1868 to March 3, 1877, representing South Carolina.

When did Thomas Robertson die?

Thomas Robertson died on October 13, 1897.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Thomas Robertson

Former U.S. Senator for South Carolina

Biography

Thomas Robertson (died 1897) was an American politician who represented South Carolina in the United States Senate from July 1868 to March 1877, during the 40th–44th Congresses. Robertson served as a Republican. Robertson died on October 13, 1897.

Key Information

Full Name: Thomas James Robertson
Died: October 13, 1897
Term Started: March 4, 1871
Term Ended: March 3, 1877
Senate Class: Class II

Service History

Jul 15, 1868 – Mar 4, 1871 40th–41st Congresses Republican South Carolina
Mar 4, 1871 – Mar 3, 1877 42nd–44th Congresses Republican South 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 South Carolina

Served With

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

Frederick Sawyer (SC) 1868–1873
John Patterson (SC) 1873–1877