What party did Thomas Sumter belong to?

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

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

Thomas Sumter served in the U.S. Senate from December 15, 1801 to December 16, 1810, representing South Carolina.

When did Thomas Sumter die?

Thomas Sumter died on June 1, 1832.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Thomas Sumter

Former U.S. Senator for South Carolina

Biography

Thomas Sumter (died 1832) was an American politician who represented South Carolina in the United States Senate from December 1801 to December 1810, during the 7th–11th Congresses. Sumter served as a Republican. Sumter died on June 1, 1832.

Key Information

Full Name: Thomas Sumter
Died: June 1, 1832
Term Started: December 2, 1805
Term Ended: December 16, 1810
Senate Class: Class II

Service History

Dec 15, 1801 – Dec 2, 1805 7th–9th Congresses Republican South Carolina
Dec 2, 1805 – Dec 16, 1810 9th–11th 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 Sumter's service:

Pierce Butler (SC) 1801–1804
John Colhoun (SC) 1801–1802
John Gaillard (SC) 1804–1810