What party did William Harper belong to?

William Harper was a member of the Jacksonian party and represented the state of South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

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

William Harper served in the U.S. Senate from March 8, 1826 to November 29, 1826, representing South Carolina.

When did William Harper die?

William Harper died on October 10, 1847.

Historical Profile

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

Jacksonian Inactive

William Harper

Former U.S. Senator for South Carolina

Biography

William Harper (died 1847) was an American politician who represented South Carolina in the United States Senate from March 1826 to November 1826, during the 19th Congress. Harper served as a Jacksonian. Harper died on October 10, 1847.

Key Information

Full Name: William Harper
Died: October 10, 1847
Term Started: March 8, 1826
Term Ended: November 29, 1826
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Mar 8, 1826 – Nov 29, 1826 19th Congress Jacksonian South Carolina

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 South Carolina

Tim Scott

Republican
Darline Graham Nordone

Republican

Served With

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

Robert Hayne (SC) 1826
William Smith (SC) 1826