Sovereign/dictator Famous Names Starting with Letter N

Became king of the Ayutthaya kingdom or Siam, today's Thailand, in 1656. His reign saw a major expan

Became king of the Ayutthaya kingdom or Siam, today's Thailand, in 1656. His reign saw a major expansion of diplomatic missions to and from Western powers, most notably France, England, and the Vatican. Missions were also sent and received from Persia, India, China, as well as other neighbouring states. Another notable feature of Narai's reign was the unprecedented influence of foreigners at the Siamese court, embodied in the meteoric rise of Constantine Phaulkon, a Greek adventurer who would eventually hold the modern equivalent of the post of Prime Minister. At the same time, the influence of foreigners, particularly the French, became a major source of grievance within the Siamese court, and upon King Narai's death, diplomatic activities and foreign influences were dramatically curtailed and did not recover their former levels until the mid-nineteenth century.

Was the Voivode (Prince) of Wallachia between 1512 and 1521. Born into the boyar family of the Craio

Was the Voivode (Prince) of Wallachia between 1512 and 1521. Born into the boyar family of the Craiovesti (his reign marks the climax of the family's political influence) as the son of Pârvu Craiovescu or Basarab Tepelus cel Tânar, Neagoe Basarab, who replaced Vlad cel Tânar after the latter rejected Craiovesti tutelage, was noted for his abilities and competence.

Was the Emperor of Russia from 1825 until 1855, known as one of the most reactionary of the Russian

Was the Emperor of Russia from 1825 until 1855, known as one of the most reactionary of the Russian monarchs. He was also King of Poland until his deposition in 1831.

Was a Byzantine Emperor of Armenian descent (963-969) whose brilliant military exploits contributed

Was a Byzantine Emperor of Armenian descent (963-969) whose brilliant military exploits contributed to the resurgence of Byzantine Empire in the tenth century.

Was a 17th century queen (muchino a muhatu) of the Ndongo and Matamba Kingdoms of the Mbundu people

Was a 17th century queen (muchino a muhatu) of the Ndongo and Matamba Kingdoms of the Mbundu people in southwestern Africa.Nzinga was born to Ngola Kiluanji and Kangela around 1582. According to tradition, she was named Nzinga because her umbilical cord was wrapped around her neck (the Kimbundu verb kujinga means to twist or turn). It was said to be an indication that the person who had this characteristic would be proud and haughty. According to her recollections later in life, she was greatly favored by her father, who allowed her to witness as he governed his kingdom, and who carried her with him to war. She also had a brother, Ngola Mbandi and two sisters Kifunji and Mukambu.