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Meanings of carolingian dynasty in English

A Frankish dynasty founded by Charlemagne's father that ruled from 751 to 987.

        Usage of carolingian dynasty in English
        1
        With Charles ended the Carolingian dynasty.
        Hero Tales and Legends of the Rhine
        2
        Toward the close of the Carolingian dynasty France and Germany had become irrevocably detached; both nations suffered from internecine wars.
        Hero Tales and Legends of the Rhine
        3
        Early in the tenth century the Carolingian dynasty died out in Germany, and the German nobles then proceeded to elect their own kings.
        Early European History