1843 Georgia gubernatorial election

The 1843 Georgia gubernatorial election was held on October 2, 1843, to elect the governor of Georgia. Whig candidate George W. Crawford defeated the Democratic challenger Mark A. Cooper and was elected Governor.

1843 Georgia gubernatorial election

October 2, 1843
 
Nominee George W. Crawford Mark Anthony Cooper
Party Whig Democratic
Popular vote 38,713 35,325
Percentage 52.29% 47.71%

Results by County
Crawford:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%      80–90%      >90%
Cooper:      50–60%      60–70%      70–80%      80–90%      >90%

Governor before election

Charles James McDonald
Democratic

Elected Governor

George W. Crawford
Whig

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