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
1145–1153
Afonso I of Portugal
Portugal
1145–1153
Louis VII of France
France
1145–1153
Stephen, King of England
England
1145–1153
Emperor Gaozong of Song
China
1145–1153
Manuel I Komnenos
Rome
1145–1153
David I of Scotland
Scotland
1145–1153
Emperor Konoe
Japan
1145–1153
Emperor Xizong of Jin
China
1145–1150
Wanyan Liang
China
1150–1153
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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