1812 United States presidential election in South Carolina explained

See main article: 1812 United States presidential election.

Election Name:1812 United States presidential election in South Carolina
Country:South Carolina
Flag Year:1775
Type:presidential
Ongoing:no
Previous Election:1808 United States presidential election in South Carolina
Previous Year:1808
Next Election:1816 United States presidential election in South Carolina
Next Year:1816
Election Date:October 30 – December 2, 1812
Image1:James Madison.jpg
Nominee1:James Madison
Party1:Democratic-Republican Party
Home State1:Virginia
Running Mate1:Elbridge Gerry
Electoral Vote1:11
Percentage1:100%
President
Before Election:James Madison
Before Party:Democratic-Republican Party
After Election:James Madison
After Party:Democratic-Republican Party

The 1812 United States presidential election in South Carolina took place between October 30 and December 2, 1812, as part of the 1812 United States presidential election. The state legislature chose 11 representatives, or electors to the Electoral College, who voted for President and Vice President.

During this election, South Carolina cast its 11 electoral votes to Democratic Republican candidate and incumbent President James Madison.[1]

Notes and References

  1. Book: Dubin, Michael J. . United States Presidential Elections, 1788-1860: The Official Results by County and State . McFarland & Company . 2002 . 9780786410170 . Jefferson . 19.