1969 French presidential election

The 1969 French presidential election took place on 1 June and 15 June 1969. It happened after the resignation of President Charles de Gaulle on 28 April 1969.

1969 French presidential election
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Candidate Georges Pompidou Alain Poher
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Popular vote 11,064,371 7,943,118
Percentage 58.2% 41.8%

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Results of the first round by department

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Results of the second round by department

President before election

Alain Poher
(acting President after Charles de Gaulle resigned in April)
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Elected President

Georges Pompidou
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More readings

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  • Penniman, Howard. "French Elections, 1969." World Affairs 132.2 (1969): 101–117. online