dynasty - a sequence of powerful leaders in the same family

royal family, royal house, royal line, royalty - royal persons collectively; "the wedding was attended by royalty"

Frederick I - son of Frederick William who in 1701 became the first king of Prussia (1657-1713)

Frederick William, the Great Elector - the Elector of Brandenburg who rebuilt his domain after its destruction during the Thirty Years' War (1620-1688)

Frederick William I - son of Frederick I who became king of Prussia in 1713; reformed and strengthened the Prussian army (1688-1740)

Frederick William II - king of Prussia who became involved in a costly war with France (1744-1797)

Frederick William III - king of Prussia who became involved in the Napoleonic Wars (1770-1840)

Frederick William IV - king of Prussia who violently suppressed democratic movements (1795-1865)