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The 1855 Louisiana gubernatorial election was the second election to take place under the Louisiana Constitution of 1852. As a result of this election Robert C. Wickliffe became Governor of Louisiana.

Results

Popular Vote[1]

Party Candidate Votes received Percentage
Democratic Robert C. Wickliffe 23,592 54.43%
Know Nothing Charles Derbigny 19,755 45.57%
Total Vote 43,347

References

  1. ^ Jeanne Frois. 2006. Louisiana Almanac, 2006–2007 Edition. Gretna, La: Pelican Pub. Co. p.547
Preceded by
1852 Louisiana gubernatorial election
Louisiana gubernatorial elections Succeeded by
1859 Louisiana gubernatorial election