This paper discusses two main lines of the development of human civilization and the mission of historical geography. Clearly define civilization as the sum of material and spiritual wealth created by human groups in a specific time and space and point out the connotation of Chinese civilization. One main line is the interaction and coordination between man and nature, and the migration and development of human beings in adapting to the geographical environment, which affects the origin of civilization, production mode and political system. Another main thread is that human beings overcome biological and animal nature and form human nature and common spiritual standards, which involves the influence of religion and war on the development of human nature. Emphasizing historical geography is of great significance for understanding the two main lines and the future development of human civilization and can provide experience for dealing with problems such as global warming.
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Ge, J. (2025) The Main Line of the Development of Human Civilization and the Mission of Historical Geography. Journal of Social Development and History, 1(1), 11-20.