
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
973–974
Otto II
Holy Roman Empire
973–974

Edgar, King of England
England
973–974

Emperor Taizu of Song
China
973–974

John I Tzimiskes
Rome
973–974

Kenneth II of Scotland
Scotland
973–974

Emperor En'yū
Japan
973–974
Liu Jiyuan
China
973–974
Emperor Jingzong of Liao
China
973–974

Otto I the Great
Holy Roman Empire
973–973
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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