John Wales

John Wales (July 31, 1783 – December 3, 1863) was an American lawyer and politician from Wilmington, in New Castle County, Delaware. He was a member of the Whig Party who served as U.S. Senator from Delaware.

John Wales
United States Senator
from Delaware
In office
February 23, 1849  March 3, 1851
Preceded byJohn M. Clayton
Succeeded byJames A. Bayard Jr.
Personal details
Born(1783-07-31)July 31, 1783
New Haven, Connecticut
DiedDecember 3, 1863(1863-12-03) (aged 80)
Wilmington, Delaware
Political partyWhig
Residence(s)Wilmington, Delaware
Alma materYale College
ProfessionLawyer
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