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The Umayyad Caliphate was overthrown by the Abbasid Revolution in 750 AD. having lost much of their power during the Third Muslim Civil War (744-747 AD).

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The Umayyad Caliphate in Damascus from 660 C.E. to 750 C.E. was overthrown by a coup d'état led by the Abbassid Family.

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Who lost power in AD 750?

Umayyads


What period of time did the Umayyads rule?

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What city in Europe was under Muslim control by 750?

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