Английская Википедия:1866 Maine gubernatorial election

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The 1866 Maine gubernatorial election was held on September 10, 1866. Republican candidate and war hero Joshua Chamberlain defeated the Democratic candidate Eben F. Pillsbury.[1]

General election

Candidates

Republican

During the American Civil War, Chamberlain played a crucial role at the Battle of Gettysburg.[3] This gave Chamberlain a war hero status.

Democratic

  • Eben F. Pillsbury

Results

The extremely popular Chamberlain was able to win election to a one-year term as governor. Chamberlain won a majority of 27,687 votes, trouncing his Democratic opponent.[4] Шаблон:Election box begin Шаблон:Election box winning candidate with party link Шаблон:Election box candidate with party link

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References

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