1856 Florida gubernatorial election

The 1856 Florida gubernatorial election was held on October 6, 1856. Democratic Nominee Madison S. Perry defeated Know Nothing candidate David S. Walker.[1]

1856 Florida gubernatorial election

October 6, 1856
 
Nominee Madison S. Perry David S. Walker
Party Democratic Know Nothing
Alliance Whig
Popular vote 6,214 5,894
Percentage 51.32% 48.68%

Governor before election

James E. Broome
Democratic

Elected Governor

Madison S. Perry
Democratic

The Election was decided by 320 votes.[2]

General election

Democratic

Whig

Results

1856 Florida gubernatorial election
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Democratic Madison S. Perry 6,214 51.32%
Know Nothing David S. Walker 5,894 48.68%

References

  1. Bernie, McGovern (2007). Florida Almanac 2007-2008. Pelican Publishing. ISBN 978-1-4556-0441-8.
  2. "Our Campaigns - FL Governor Race - Oct 06, 1856". www.ourcampaigns.com. Retrieved July 19, 2021.


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