1863 Rhode Island gubernatorial election

The 1863 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was held on 1 April 1863 in order to elect the Governor of Rhode Island. Republican nominee and former Mayor of Providence James Y. Smith defeated incumbent Democratic Governor William C. Cozzens.

1863 Rhode Island gubernatorial election

1 April 1863
 
Nominee James Y. Smith William C. Cozzens
Party Republican Democratic
Popular vote 10,828 7,537
Percentage 58.00% 40.37%

Governor before election

William C. Cozzens
Democratic

Elected Governor

James Y. Smith
Republican

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