Historical geography is a subfield of geography that focuses on the study of the human past within a spatial context. It examines how people have interacted with and transformed their environments over time, and how these interactions have shaped the cultural, economic, and political landscapes of different regions. Historical geographers often analyze historical documents, maps, and other types of data to better understand the relationships between people and their environments in the past. Researchers in this area may also investigate how patterns of settlement, migration, trade, and resource use have evolved over time, and how these patterns continue to influence present-day landscapes. Overall, historical geography seeks to uncover the complex and dynamic relationships between humans and their environments throughout history.