1866 Romanian prince referendum

A referendum on Prince Karl Ludwig of Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen becoming ruling prince was held in Romania on 20 April 1866.[1] The proposal was approved by 99.97% of the votes cast, and Prince Karl Ludwig was subsequently enthroned as Domnitor with the regnal name Carol I on 23 October. His title was later raised to King of Romania in 1881.[1]

Results

Choice Votes %
For 685,969 99.97
Against 224 0.03
Invalid/blank votes –
Total 686,193 100
Registered voters/turnout 811,030 84.60
Source: Direct Democracy
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99.97%
Yes

References

  1. ^ a b Rumänien, 20. April 1866 : Karl Ludwig von Hohenzollern-Sigmaringen als Domnul (Fürst) Direct Democracy