What party did William Ewing belong to?

William Ewing was a member of the Jacksonian party and represented the state of Illinois in the U.S. Senate.

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

William Ewing served in the U.S. Senate from December 30, 1835 to March 3, 1837, representing Illinois.

When did William Ewing die?

William Ewing died on March 25, 1846.

Historical Profile

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

Jacksonian Inactive

William Ewing

Former U.S. Senator for Illinois

Biography

William Ewing (died 1846) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from December 1835 to March 1837, during the 24th Congress. Ewing served as a Jacksonian. Ewing died on March 25, 1846.

Key Information

Full Name: William Lee Davidson Ewing
Died: March 25, 1846
Term Started: December 7, 1835
Term Ended: March 3, 1837
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Dec 7, 1835 – Mar 3, 1837 24th Congress Jacksonian Illinois

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 Illinois

Dick Durbin

Democrat
Tammy Duckworth

Democrat

Served With

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

Elias Kane (IL) 1835
John Robinson (IL) 1835–1837