John Adams Gilmer
Gubernatorial candidate
- Home state
- North Carolina
- Party
- Know Nothing
- On the ballot
- 1856
0-1
RecordWin–Loss
Total Popular Votes
Gilmer44,970
Opponents57,698
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Elections run
John Adams Gilmer, a Know Nothing politician from North Carolina, ran once for U.S. office, losing the 1856 governor election in North Carolina to Thomas Bragg, receiving 44,970 votes (43.8%).
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How many votes has John Adams Gilmer received?
John Adams Gilmer has received 44,970 popular votes across 1 U.S. election, with a career record of 0–1.
Election history
| Year | Office | Result | Votes | Opponent(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1856 | GovernorNorth Carolina | Lost | 44,97043.8% | Thomas Bragg |
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