What party did William Claiborne belong to?

William Claiborne was a member of the Democratic-Republican party and represented the state of Louisiana in the U.S. Senate.

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

William Claiborne served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1817 to November 23, 1817, representing Louisiana.

When did William Claiborne die?

William Claiborne died on November 23, 1817.

Historical Profile

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

Democratic-Republican Inactive

William Claiborne

Former U.S. Senator for Louisiana

Biography

William Claiborne (died 1817) was an American politician who represented Louisiana in the United States Senate from March 1817 to November 1817, during the 15th Congress. Claiborne served as a Democratic-Republican. Claiborne died in office on November 23, 1817.

Key Information

Full Name: William Charles Cole Claiborne
Died: November 23, 1817
Term Started: March 4, 1817
Term Ended: November 23, 1817

Service History

Mar 4, 1817 – Nov 23, 1817 15th Congress Democratic-Republican Louisiana

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 Louisiana

Served With

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

Eligius Fromentin (LA) 1817