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FRANCONIA

Franconia (so called because early in the 6th century it was colonized by Franks) is, a district of Germany lying to the east of the Rhine, and traversed by the Main. After the dismemberment of the Carlovingian Empire this district became attached to the German division, and ultimately formed one of the grand-duchies of Germany. In 1806 it was partitioned among Wurtemberg, Baden, Hesse-Cassel, the Saxon duchies, and Bavaria. The last received the largest share, now forming the three divisions of Upper, Middle, and Lower Franconia.

Franconia is a township in Chisago County, Minnesota, USA.
Franconia is a CDP in Fairfax County, Virginia, USA.
Franconia is a township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, USA.
Franconia is a town in Grafton County, New Hampshire, USA.
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