1865 Florida gubernatorial election

The 1865 Florida gubernatorial election was held on November 29, 1865. Democratic nominee David S. Walker ran completely unopposed and was elected unanimously. This election was the first Floridian gubernatorial election following the beginning of Reconstruction.

1865 Florida gubernatorial election

← 1860 November 29, 1865 1868 →
 
Nominee David S. Walker
Party Democratic
Popular vote 5,873
Percentage 100.00%

County Results
Walker
  90-100%

Governor before election

William Marvin
Independent

Elected Governor

David S. Walker
Democratic

General election

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Candidates

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Democratic

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  • David S. Walker

Results

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1865 Florida gubernatorial election
Party Candidate Votes % ±%
Democratic David S. Walker 5,873 100.00%

References

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  • "Our Campaigns - FL Governor Race - Nov 29, 1865". www.ourcampaigns.com. Retrieved July 18, 2021.
  • Bernie, McGovern (2007). Florida Almanac 2007-2008. Pelican Publishing. ISBN 978-1-4556-0441-8.