Norman dynasty

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noun

1. a succession of English kings founded by Duke William of the duchy of Normandy in northern France, who conquered England in 1066 and whose successors ruled the country to 1154.

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Norman dynasty

There remained betwixt Cedric and the determination which the lovers desired to come to, only two obstacles—his own obstinacy, and his dislike of the Norman dynasty.

From Ivanhoe by Scott, Walter, Sir

The relation of the Norman dynasty in England to the conquered Saxons prevented the first crusading host from receiving substantial aid from that country.

From Outline of Universal History by Fisher, George Park

At the period of the Conquest, and whilst the Norman dynasty was on the throne, there were a number of people who bore this title.

From The Handbook to English Heraldry by Utting, R. B.

England is not indifferent to Anglo-Saxon traditions, or the customs of her Norman dynasty.

From Man of Uz, and Other Poems by Sigourney, Lydia Howard

Finally, in 1154, the Norman dynasty gave place to that of the Plantagenets.

From General History for Colleges and High Schools by Myers, Philip Van Ness