1948 Delaware gubernatorial election
The 1948 Delaware gubernatorial election was held on November 2, 1948.
Incumbent Republican Governor Walter W. Bacon was term-limited, having served two consecutive terms.
Democratic nominee Elbert N. Carvel defeated Republican nominee Hyland P. George with 53.69% of the vote.
Nominations
Nominations were made by party conventions.Democratic nomination
The Democratic convention was held on August 24 at Dover.Candidate
- Elbert N. Carvel, incumbent Lieutenant Governor, nominated unanimously
Republican nomination
The Republican convention was held on August 11 at Dover.Candidate
- Hyland P. George, road building contractor, nominated by acclamation
Withdrew
- John S. Isaacs