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.
Eric the Victorious
Sweden
970–976
Otto I the Great
Holy Roman Empire
969–973
Emperor Taizu of Song
China
969–976
Otto II
Holy Roman Empire
973–976
Edgar, King of England
England
969–975
Emperor En'yū
Japan
969–976
Liu Jiyuan
China
969–976
Emperor Jingzong of Liao
China
969–976
Kenneth II of Scotland
Scotland
971–976
Pope John XIII
Papacy
969–972
Edward the Martyr
England
975–976
Pope Benedict VI
Papacy
973–974
Cuilén
Scotland
969–971
Pope Benedict VII
Papacy
974–976
Meanwhile in history
One “meanwhile in history” story each week: who ruled where, and what was happening on thrones across the world.
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