What party did William Wells belong to?

William Wells was a member of the Federalist party and represented the state of Delaware in the U.S. Senate.

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

William Wells served in the U.S. Senate from January 17, 1799 to March 3, 1817, representing Delaware.

When did William Wells die?

William Wells died on March 11, 1829.

Historical Profile

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

Federalist Inactive

William Wells

Former U.S. Senator for Delaware

Biography

William Wells (died 1829) was an American politician who represented Delaware in the United States Senate across 2 separate periods of service between 1799 and 1817, between the 5th and 14th Congresses. Wells served as a Federalist. Wells died on March 11, 1829.

Key Information

Full Name: William Hill Wells
Died: March 11, 1829
Term Started: May 28, 1813
Term Ended: March 3, 1817

Service History

Jan 17, 1799 – Nov 6, 1804 5th–8th Congresses Federalist Delaware
May 28, 1813 – Mar 3, 1817 13th–14th Congresses Federalist Delaware

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 Delaware

Served With

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

Henry Latimer (DE) 1799–1801
Samuel White (DE) 1801–1804
Outerbridge Horsey (DE) 1813–1817