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
1153–1154
Afonso I of Portugal
Portugal
1153–1154
Louis VII of France
France
1153–1154
Emperor Gaozong of Song
China
1153–1154
Wanyan Liang
China
1153–1154
Manuel I Komnenos
Rome
1153–1154
Stephen, King of England
England
1153–1154
Malcolm IV of Scotland
Scotland
1153–1154
Emperor Konoe
Japan
1153–1154
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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