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.

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%

County results

Governor before election

James E. Broome
Democratic

Elected Governor

Madison S. Perry
Democratic

The Election was decided by 320 votes.

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