William Taylor Barry

Democratic Republican Senator of Kentucky

Congresses Served

House Terms

Senate Terms

February 5, 1784 (51 years old)

Birthday

August 30, 1835

Death

Served as the United States Postmaster General from 1829 to 1835 during President Andrew Jackson’s administration.
Was the only member of Jackson’s original Cabinet not to resign during the Petticoat Affair.
Held various political positions including U.S. House of Representatives member, U.S. Senator, Lieutenant Governor, and Secretary of State of Kentucky.
Advocated for public education and was involved in debt relief efforts during the Panic of 1819.
Appointed ambassador to Spain but died before taking office.
Acknowledged for his role in the Columbian Institute for the Promotion of Arts and Sciences.
Owned slaves and was a prominent figure in Kentucky politics during the early 19th century.
His legacy includes several places named in his honor, such as Barry County in Michigan and Missouri.