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
1144–1145
Afonso I of Portugal
Portugal
1144–1145
Louis VII of France
France
1144–1145
Stephen, King of England
England
1144–1145
Emperor Gaozong of Song
China
1144–1145
Manuel I Komnenos
Rome
1144–1145
David I of Scotland
Scotland
1144–1145
Emperor Konoe
Japan
1144–1145
Emperor Xizong of Jin
China
1144–1145
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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