1859 Virginia gubernatorial election

The 1859 Virginia gubernatorial election was held on May 26, 1859 to elect the governor of Virginia.

1859 Virginia gubernatorial election
May 26, 1859
 
Nominee John Letcher William L. Goggin
Party Democratic Opposition
Popular vote 77,216 71,592
Percentage 51.89% 48.11%
Governor before election

Henry A. Wise
Democratic

 Elected Governor

John Letcher
Democratic

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