What party did William Eaton belong to?

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

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

William Eaton served in the U.S. Senate from February 5, 1875 to March 3, 1881, representing Connecticut.

When did William Eaton die?

William Eaton died on September 21, 1898.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

William Eaton

Former U.S. Senator for Connecticut

Biography

William Eaton (died 1898) was an American politician who represented Connecticut in the United States Senate from December 1875 to March 1881, during the 44th–46th Congresses. Eaton served as a Democrat. Eaton died on September 21, 1898.

Key Information

Full Name: William Wallace Eaton
Died: September 21, 1898
Term Started: December 6, 1875
Term Ended: March 3, 1881
Senate Class: Class I

Service History

Dec 6, 1875 – Mar 3, 1881 44th–46th Congresses Democrat Connecticut

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 Connecticut

Served With

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

James English (CT) 1875–1876
William Barnum (CT) 1876–1879
Orville Platt (CT) 1879–1881