The Serbian Monarchy refers to the historical royal families that ruled Serbia from the medieval period until the establishment of a republic in the 20th century. The most notable dynasties include the Nemanjić dynasty, which played a significant role in the formation of the Serbian state, and the Obrenović and Karadjordjević families, who ruled during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The monarchy was officially abolished in 1945 after World War II, leading to the establishment of a socialist republic. Despite its end, the legacy of the Serbian Monarchy continues to influence Serbian culture and national identity today.