Climate and immigration from Germany

 Your German ancestors may have immigrated in the 19th century due to changes in climate in Europe.

DNA and Genealogy

 From WebMd.com: another article on DNA and genealogy

Becoming a Professional Genealogist

Considering becoming a professional genealogist? You'll want to earn either the Accredited Genealogist (AG) or Certified Genealogist (CG) credential. 

In the U.S., the most prominent organizations to offer these credentials are the The International Commission for the Accreditation of Professional Genealogists and the Board for Certification of Genealogists (BCG). 

Gravestone Preservation

 This website provides some advice on what to do and not to do to preserve cemetery markers.

Genealogy fiction

 British author Steve Robinson writes historical mysteries featuring Jefferson Tayte, a genealogist who uses his expertise to solve crimes. 

This list from Goodreads.com includes books by Robinson as well as other genealogy-related fiction.

19th Century Female Names and Nicknames

 This article from FamilyTree Magazine  lists female names that were popular in the 19th century, along with their nicknames.

Enumeration District Maps

 Learn more about where your ancestors lived by looking at enumeration district maps from the censuses.

The census bureau divided land up into districts in order for enumerators(census takers) to do their jobs more efficiently.

One source for maps is the National Archives. Another is the Unified Census ID Finder.