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
1143–1144
Afonso I of Portugal
Portugal
1143–1144
Louis VII of France
France
1143–1144
Stephen, King of England
England
1143–1144
Emperor Gaozong of Song
China
1143–1144
Manuel I Komnenos
Rome
1143–1144
David I of Scotland
Scotland
1143–1144
Emperor Konoe
Japan
1143–1144
Emperor Xizong of Jin
China
1143–1144
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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