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John Taylor

John Taylor served as a senator for South Carolina (1807-1816).

  • Republican
  • South Carolina
  • Former
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Role Senator

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State South Carolina

Representing constituents across the South Carolina delegation.

Service period 1807-1816

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

John Taylor served as a Senator from South Carolina in the United States Congress from 1807 to 1816. A member of the Republican Party, John Taylor contributed to the legislative process during 4 terms in office.

John Taylor’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the Senate, John Taylor participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

John W. Taylor (March 26, 1784 – September 18, 1854) was an early 19th-century U.S. politician from New York. He served twice as speaker of the House of Representatives.

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