Gilbert Carlton Walker, Governor

Gilbert Carlton Walker

Governor
Born
August 1, 1833
Died
May 11, 1885
Age at death
51
Home state
Virginia
Party
Republican
On the ballot
1869
1-0
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Walker119,502
Opponents101,184
1
Elections run

Gilbert Carlton Walker (1833–1885), a Republican politician from Virginia, ran once for U.S. office, winning the 1869 governor election in Virginia with 119,502 votes (54.15%), defeating Henry H. Wells.

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How many votes has Gilbert Carlton Walker received?

Gilbert Carlton Walker has received 119,502 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 1–0.

Election history

Gilbert Carlton Walker’s election history
YearOfficeResultVotesOpponent(s)
1869GovernorVirginiaWon119,50254.15%Henry H. Wells
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