What party did William Dawson belong to?

William Dawson was a member of the Whig party and represented the state of Georgia in the U.S. Senate.

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

William Dawson served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1849 to March 3, 1855, representing Georgia.

When did William Dawson die?

William Dawson died on May 5, 1856.

Historical Profile

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

Whig Inactive

William Dawson

Former U.S. Senator for Georgia

Biography

William Dawson (died 1856) was an American politician who represented Georgia in the United States Senate from March 1849 to March 1855, during the 31st–33rd Congresses. Dawson served as a Whig. Dawson died on May 5, 1856.

Key Information

Full Name: William Crosby Dawson
Died: May 5, 1856
Term Started: March 4, 1849
Term Ended: March 3, 1855

Service History

Mar 4, 1849 – Mar 3, 1855 31st–33rd Congresses Whig Georgia

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 Georgia

Jon Ossoff

Democrat
Raphael Warnock

Democrat

Served With

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

John Berrien (GA) 1849–1852
Robert Charlton (GA) 1852–1853
Robert Toombs (GA) 1853–1855