1866 Michigan gubernatorial election explained

Election Name:1866 Michigan gubernatorial election
Country:Michigan
Type:Presidential
Ongoing:no
Previous Election:1864 Michigan gubernatorial election
Previous Year:1864
Next Election:1868 Michigan gubernatorial election
Next Year:1868
Election Date:November 6, 1866
Nominee1:Henry H. Crapo
Party1:Republican Party (United States)
Popular Vote1:97,112
Percentage1:58.59%
Nominee2:Alpheus S. Williams
Party2:Democratic Party (United States)
Popular Vote2:68,650
Percentage2:41.42%
Map Size:300px
Governor
Before Election:Henry H. Crapo
Before Party:Republican Party (United States)
After Election:Henry H. Crapo
After Party:Republican Party (United States)

The 1866 Michigan gubernatorial election was held on November 6, 1866. Incumbent Republican Henry H. Crapo defeated Democratic nominee Alpheus S. Williams with 58.59% of the vote.

General election

Candidates

Major party candidates