Chilean presidential election, 1851

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The Chilean presidential election of 1851 took place through a system of electors, and resulted in the election as President of Manuel Montt. Montt was the first non-military president.

Bulnes' opponent, José María de la Cruz, refused to accept the results and started a rebellion in Concepción. He was defeated by former president Manuel Bulnes.

[edit] Results

Candidates	Votes	%
Manuel Montt	132	81.99%
José María de la Cruz	29	18.01%
Total	161	100%

[edit] Source

• Chilean Election Database (in Spanish)

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