1847 Alabama gubernatorial election

The 1847 Alabama gubernatorial election took place on August 2, 1847, in order to elect the governor of Alabama. Democrat Reuben Chapman won his only term with a 56% majority.

Candidates

Democratic Party

• Reuben Chapman, member of the U.S. House from 1835 to 1847.

Whig Party

• Nicholas Davis, candidate in 1831 and 1845. Member of the Alabama House of Representatives from 1819 to 1820.

Election

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