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1. Dynasties

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   A dynasty refers to a sequence of rulers from the same family, typically holding hereditary power within a monarchy or imperial system over a prolonged period. The concept inherently implies political legitimacy derived from lineal descent, often reinforced through religious sanction or meticulously curated historical narratives legitimacy. While most commonly associated with ancient and medieval statecraft, dynastic principles persisted—or were deliberately invoked—in later periods, such as the attempts by the [House of Bonaparte](/entries/house-of-bonap…