What party did William Giles belong to?

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

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

William Giles served in the U.S. Senate from August 11, 1804 to March 3, 1815, representing Virginia.

When did William Giles die?

William Giles died on December 4, 1830.

Historical Profile

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

Democratic-Republican Inactive

William Giles

Former U.S. Senator for Virginia

Biography

William Giles (died 1830) was an American politician who represented Virginia in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1804 and 1815, between the 8th and 13th Congresses. Giles served as a Democratic-Republican. Giles died on December 4, 1830.

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Key Information

Full Name: William Branch Giles
Died: December 4, 1830
Term Started: August 11, 1804
Term Ended: March 3, 1815

Service History

Aug 11, 1804 – Mar 3, 1815 8th–13th Congresses Democratic-Republican Virginia
Nov 5, 1804 – Dec 4, 1804 8th Congress Democratic-Republican Virginia

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 Virginia

Served With

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

Andrew Moore (VA) 1804–1809
Richard Brent (VA) 1809–1814
James Barbour (VA) 1815