The crusades from Europe believed that Jerusalem (the holy land) was theirs, while the Middle Eastern countries disagreed, leading to battles and attacks in the northern part of Jerusalem.
the World Bank puts the food and agriculture sector at 10% of global gross domestic product, which, taking the bank’s 2006 estimate of about $48 trillion, would make the sector worth about $4.8 trillion.
The scientific revolution occurred in the mid-1500s and represented a new way of thinking. During the Renaissance, there was an increased exploration of the world outside Europe, leading to the discovery of Africa, Asia and the Americas. These explorations expanded the European's understanding of religion and culture. Alongside the exploration, the creation of the printing press, the development of astronomy and mathematics were of great impact for the society.
Mankind's need to look closely into these new regions, to develop new tools, instruments and techniques to better explore and understand the world around them lead to the development, spread and great impact of the scientific revolution.