Chilean presidential election, 1866

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The Chilean presidential election of 1866 took place through a system of electors, and resulted in the election as President of José Joaquín Pérez.

José Joaquín Pérez Chilean politician and President

José Joaquín Pérez Mascayano was a Chilean political figure. He served as the president of Chile between 1861 and 1871.

Results

Candidates Party Votes %
José Joaquín Pérez Liberal-Conservative Fusion 191 88.02%
Manuel Bulnes None (Conservative) 15 6.91%
Pedro León Radical 11 5.07%
Total 217 100%

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References

  1. Presidential Election 1866 (in Spanish)