United States Representative Directory

Martin Chittenden

Martin Chittenden served as a representative for Vermont (1803-1813).

Federalist
Vermont
District 4
Former

Vermont

Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Vermont

Representing constituents across the Vermont delegation.

District District 4

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1803-1813

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Martin Chittenden (March 12, 1763 – September 5, 1840) was an American politician from Vermont. He served as a United States representative from 1803 to 1813 and as the seventh governor of Vermont from 1813 to 1815, during a crucial portion of the War of 1812.

As a member of the Federalist Party representing Vermont, Martin Chittenden contributed to the legislative process during 5 terms in office. Martin Chittenden’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history, participating in the democratic process and representing the interests of constituents.