Translation from German to English, speciaizing in genealogy, history, old handwriting
Ann has been translating for clients since 1983 and became certified by American Translators Association for German-English in 1984. Over the years she has narrowed her focus to the fields of genealogy and history, with an emphasis on handwritten documents. She also welcomes projects in other areas, especially music, religion, nutrition, travel, and biography. For more information, please visit her web site
Keywords: genealogy, German,translation, history, fraktur, script, music, arts, religion, church, journalism, health, nutrition, biography, travel, language, Germany, Austria, Switzerland
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1983
What is your primary product or service?
Translation of German documents into English.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Spent time in Germany as a student, fell in love with the country, culture, and people. Majored in German, then looked for ways to use it other than teaching. Sat for an exam and became certified by the American Translators Association for German-to-English translation.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
I specialize in genealogy, history, and especially old handwriting.
Which areas do you service?
I serve clients worldwide via the Web.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Ann C. Sherwin, sole proprietor
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Honest, dependable.