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.
James VI and I
England
1605–1605
Ahmed I
Ottoman Empire
1605–1605
Akbar
Mughal Empire
1605–1605
Henry IV of France
France
1605–1605
Wanli Emperor
China
1605–1605
Philip III of Spain
Spain
1605–1605
Rudolf II, Holy Roman Emperor
Holy Roman Empire
1605–1605
James VI and I
Scotland
1605–1605
Emperor Go-Yōzei
Japan
1605–1605
Philip III of Spain
Portugal
1605–1605
Charles IX of Sweden
Sweden
1605–1605
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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