Recommended read
Heart of Europe: A History of the Holy Roman Empire
Peter H. Wilson
The standard modern history of the empire and its emperors, from Charlemagne to Napoleon.
The World During Their Reign
The most notable rulers who held power elsewhere at the same time, from European courts to Ottoman, Mughal, and Chinese thrones.
Edward III of England
England
1327–1377
Murad I
Ottoman Empire
1362–1389
Peter IV of Aragon
Spain
1336–1387
Ferdinand I of Portugal
Portugal
1367–1383
Ashikaga Yoshimitsu
Japan (Shogunate)
1369–1395
Orhan
Ottoman Empire
1326–1362
John V Palaiologos
Rome
1341–1376; 1379–1390; 1390–1391
Peter I of Portugal
Portugal
1357–1367
Ashikaga Yoshiakira
Japan (Shogunate)
1358–1367
Charles V of France
France
1364–1380
Ashikaga Takauji
Japan (Shogunate)
1338–1358
David II of Scotland
Scotland
1329–1371
Emperor Go-Kōgon
Japan
1352–1371
Afonso IV of Portugal
Portugal
1325–1357
Toghon Temür
China
1333–1368
Hongwu Emperor
China
1368–1398
Emperor Go-Murakami
Japan
1339–1368
Albert, King of Sweden
Sweden
1364–1389
John II of France
France
1350–1364
Emperor Chōkei
Japan
1368–1383
Robert II of Scotland
Scotland
1371–1390
Pope Urban V
Papacy
1362–1370
Emperor Go-En'yū
Japan
1371–1382
Magnus IV of Sweden
Sweden
1319–1364
Pope Innocent VI
Papacy
1353–1362
Pope Gregory XI
Papacy
1371–1378
Richard II of England
England
1377–1399
Andronikos IV Palaiologos
Rome
1376–1379
Erik Magnusson, King of Sweden
Sweden
1356–1359
Haakon VI of Norway
Sweden
1362–1364
Meanwhile in history
One “meanwhile in history” story each week: who ruled where, and what was happening on thrones across the world.
By subscribing you agree to receive emails from us. See our Privacy Policy. Unsubscribe any time.
From the library
Go deeper on Charles IV
Hand-picked histories and biographies for readers who want more than the timeline: the same era, told in full.
Some book links on this site point to Amazon. As an Amazon Associate, WhoWasRuling.com may earn from qualifying purchases.