The Holy Roman Empire
Peter H. Wilson
Lothair III and the Hohenstaufen–Welf rivalry that reshaped medieval Germany.
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.
Alfonso VII of Castile
Spain
1133–1137
Louis VI of France
France
1133–1137
Emperor Gaozong of Song
China
1133–1137
John II Komnenos
Rome
1133–1137
David I of Scotland
Scotland
1133–1137
Emperor Sutoku
Japan
1133–1137
Pope Innocent II
Papacy
1133–1137
Henry I of England
England
1133–1135
Emperor Taizong of Jin
China
1133–1135
Emperor Xizong of Jin
China
1135–1137
Stephen, King of England
England
1135–1137
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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Further Reading
Well-regarded biographies and histories to go deeper on Lothair III's life and times.
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