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The Caliph Muawiya, who ruled from 661-680, established the Umayyad dynasty and made the position of Caliph hereditary. Why and how was this down? Was there any notable resistance from the groups that had helped elected the Caliphs before him?

by /u/St-Just in /r/AskHistorians

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