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.
Olof Skötkonung
Sweden
1003–1009
Robert II of France
France
1003–1009
Æthelred the Unready
England
1003–1009
Emperor Zhenzong of Song
China
1003–1009
Basil II
Rome
1003–1009
Emperor Ichijō
Japan
1003–1009
Emperor Shengzong of Liao
China
1003–1009
Malcolm II of Scotland
Scotland
1005–1009
Kenneth III of Scotland
Scotland
1003–1005
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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