What party did William Seward belong to?

William Seward was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of New York in the U.S. Senate.

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

William Seward served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1849 to March 3, 1861, representing New York.

When did William Seward die?

William Seward died on October 10, 1872.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

William Seward

Former U.S. Senator for New York

Biography

William Seward (died 1872) was an American politician who represented New York in the United States Senate from December 1849 to March 1861, during the 31st–36th Congresses. Seward served as a Whig and later as a Republican. Seward died on October 10, 1872.

Key Information

Full Name: William Henry Seward
Died: October 10, 1872
Term Started: December 3, 1855
Term Ended: March 3, 1861
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Dec 3, 1849 – Dec 3, 1855 31st–34th Congresses Whig New York
Dec 3, 1855 – Mar 3, 1861 34th–36th Congresses Republican New York

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 New York

Served With

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

Daniel Dickinson (NY) 1849–1851
Hamilton Fish (NY) 1851–1857
Preston King (NY) 1857–1861