1776 Rhode Island gubernatorial election
The 1776 Rhode Island gubernatorial election was the first election in the State after its secession from British colonies and joining the United States.
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The election was organized for the 3rd of April, 1776 when Nicholas Cooke won unopposed with 100% of the vote.[1]
Cooke had also governed the State when it was a Colony.
References
- "Our Campaigns - RI Governor Race - Apr 03, 1776". www.ourcampaigns.com. Retrieved 2020-04-24.
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