What party did William Allen belong to?

William Allen was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Ohio in the U.S. Senate.

When did William Allen serve in the U.S. Senate?

William Allen served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1837 to March 3, 1849, representing Ohio.

When did William Allen die?

William Allen died on July 11, 1879.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

William Allen

Former U.S. Senator for Ohio

Biography

William Allen (died 1879) was an American politician who represented Ohio in the United States Senate from September 1837 to March 1849, during the 25th–30th Congresses. Allen served as a Democrat. Allen died on July 11, 1879.

Key Information

Full Name: William Allen
Died: July 11, 1879
Term Started: December 4, 1843
Term Ended: March 3, 1849
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Sep 4, 1837 – Dec 4, 1843 25th–28th Congresses Democrat Ohio
Dec 4, 1843 – Mar 3, 1849 28th–30th Congresses Democrat Ohio

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 Ohio

Served With

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

Thomas Ewing (OH) 1837–1849
Thomas Morris (OH) 1837–1839
Benjamin Tappan (OH) 1839–1845
Thomas Corwin (OH) 1845–1849