May 1946 French constitutional referendum in Gabon–Moyen Congo

1946 referendum in Gabon and Moyen Congo
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A constitutional referendum was held in Gabon and Moyen Congo on 5 May 1946 as part of the wider French constitutional referendum. The proposed new constitution was rejected by 64% of voters in the territory,[1] and 53% of voters overall.

Results

Choice Votes %
For 602 36.2
Against 1,063 63.8
Invalid/blank votes 43
Total 1,708 100
Registered voters/turnout 3,319 51.5
Source: Sternberger et al.

References

  1. ^ Sternberger, D, Vogel, B, Nohlen, D & Landfried, K (1969) Die Wahl der Parlamente: Band II: Afrika, Erster Halbband, p1047