What were the crusades driven by??

To begin, the Crusades were driven by a combination of religious, political, economic factors. Although opinion varies, some argue that they were a response by the Christian population to the oppression of pilgrims in the holy city of Jerusalem which was currently under Muslim rule

the hyksos invasion. the hyksos were able to attack egypt successfully because of their skills in using bronze weapons, composite bows and the use of the horse and chariot during the invasion. although the egyptians depict a barbarian-type overthrow, the truth is the seizure was likely a relatively peaceful one.

it increase by 12% a year from 1812-1820