What party did William Maclay belong to?

William Maclay was a member of the Anti-Administration party and represented the state of Pennsylvania in the U.S. Senate.

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

William Maclay served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1789 to March 3, 1791, representing Pennsylvania.

When did William Maclay die?

William Maclay died on April 16, 1804.

Historical Profile

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

Anti-Administration Inactive

William Maclay

Former U.S. Senator for Pennsylvania

Biography

William Maclay (died 1804) was an American politician who represented Pennsylvania in the United States Senate from March 1789 to March 1791, during the 1st Congress. Maclay served as an Anti-Administration. Maclay died on April 16, 1804.

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Key Information

Full Name: William Maclay
Died: April 16, 1804
Term Started: March 4, 1789
Term Ended: March 3, 1791

Service History

Mar 4, 1789 – Mar 3, 1791 1st Congress Anti-Administration Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania

Served With

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

Robert Morris (PA) 1789–1791