What party did William Johnson belong to?

William Johnson was a member of the Pro-Administration party and represented the state of Connecticut in the U.S. Senate.

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

William Johnson served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1789 to March 4, 1791, representing Connecticut.

When did William Johnson die?

William Johnson died on November 14, 1819.

Historical Profile

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

Pro-Administration Inactive

William Johnson

Former U.S. Senator for Connecticut

Biography

William Johnson (died 1819) was an American politician who represented Connecticut in the United States Senate from March 1789 to March 1791, during the 1st Congress. Johnson served as a Pro-Administration. Johnson died on November 14, 1819.

Key Information

Full Name: William Samuel Johnson
Died: November 14, 1819
Term Started: March 4, 1789
Term Ended: March 4, 1791

Service History

Mar 4, 1789 – Mar 4, 1791 1st Congress Pro-Administration 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

Richard Blumenthal

Democrat
Chris Murphy

Democrat

Served With

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

Oliver Ellsworth (CT) 1789–1791