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.
Otto II
Holy Roman Empire
974–983
Eric the Victorious
Sweden
974–983
Kenneth II of Scotland
Scotland
974–983
Emperor En'yū
Japan
974–983
Basil II
Rome
976–983
Emperor Jingzong of Liao
China
974–982
Emperor Taizong of Song
China
976–983
Æthelred the Unready
England
978–983
Liu Jiyuan
China
974–979
Edward the Martyr
England
975–978
Emperor Taizu of Song
China
974–976
John I Tzimiskes
Rome
974–976
Edgar, King of England
England
974–975
Emperor Shengzong of Liao
China
982–983
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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