(Dixie Forever) 1871 Confederate States presidential election

The 1871 Confederate States presidential election of November 6, 1871, was the third presidential election in the Confederate States of America. In 1872, the "Foote Amendment" passed in congress limiting a Presidents term from 6 years, to 4 years. It also allowed the President to run for reelection. Despite his ability to run for reelection, Robert E. Lee declined to run for office once more because he found he hated the job of President.

Background
After President Robert E. Lees open distain for the office of President, Vice President Henry S. Foote was swiftly nominated by the Southern National Party.

Unlike the Southern Nationals, the Democrats had a tougher time finding a challenger to Foote. Many candidates stood up to challenge him, like James L. Orr, John C. Breckinridge, Homer V. M. Miller, Matt Whitaker Ransom, William A. Handley, and many more. In a close convention, James L. Orr won the nomination and chose Robert Toombs as his running mate.

Results
Henry S. Foote easily won election, with 66.75% of the popular vote.