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Definition of Merovingian dynasty
1. Noun. A Frankish dynasty founded by Clovis I that reigned in Gaul and Germany from about 500 to 750.
Lexicographical Neighbors of Merovingian Dynasty
Literary usage of Merovingian dynasty
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. A History of Diplomacy in the International Development of Europe by David Jayne Hill (1905)
"CHAP, n A.Dt 500-800 The decay of the Merovingian dynasty ory was called upon to
solve. The solution was bold, but t simple, — Gregory sent the keys of the ..."
2. A Manual of Ancient and Modern History by William Cooke Taylor, Caleb Sprague Henry (1845)
"... Franks under the Merovingian dynasty. THE history of the Franks properly begins
with the establishment of a large body of that nation in Belgic Gaul, ..."
3. A Manual of Ancient and Modern History by William Cooke Taylor, Caleb Sprague Henry (1845)
"... V.—The Monarchy of tiic Franks under the Merovingian dynasty. THE history of
the Franks properly begins with the establishment of a large body of that ..."
4. The Treasury of History: Comprising a General Introductory Outline of by Samuel Maunder, John Inman (1845)
"Ilie Merovingian dynasty, or First Race. AD 420.—Pharamond, the first king of
the Franks, was succeeded by Clodio, who extended the bounds of his kingdom. ..."