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| − | The term '''Merovingian''' refers to a line of [[Frank]]ish [[king]]s who ruled central [[Europe]] in the [[6th century|6th]], [[7th century|7th]], and [[ |
+ | The term '''Merovingian''' refers to a line of [[Frank]]ish [[king]]s who ruled central [[Europe]] in the [[6th century|6th]], [[7th century|7th]], and [[8th century|8th]] centuries. They occupy almost a transitional role from earlier [[Germanic]] tribal rule to the [[feudal]] system and [[Roman]]-influenced [[medieval]] law. |
The dynastic successors to the Merovingians were the [[Carolingian]]s. |
The dynastic successors to the Merovingians were the [[Carolingian]]s. |
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Revision as of 10:14, 11 October 2006
The term Merovingian refers to a line of Frankish kings who ruled central Europe in the 6th, 7th, and 8th centuries. They occupy almost a transitional role from earlier Germanic tribal rule to the feudal system and Roman-influenced medieval law. The dynastic successors to the Merovingians were the Carolingians.
Famous Merovingian kings include:
- Clovis - founder of the Merovingian dynasty
- Charles Martel - legendary leader who is credited with halting Muslin expansion in Europe
- Dagobert I - one of the last powerful Merovingian kings, and the first king buried in the royal tombs at St. Denis.
