Court Reporting Instructor Transcribes Historical Account by Area WWII Veteran

Paul-Gerling

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WWII veteran Paul Gerling with daughter, Professor Sandra Gerling-Yelle (far right) and court reporting instructor Danielle Green (middle)Green transcribed Gerling’s oral account using the state-of-the art tools of court reporting professionals. The account was simultaneously transcribed and videotaped while Gerling was interviewed by his daughter, Professor Sandra Gerling-Yelle (Business Department).

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Finished Transcription to be donated to the Library of Congress

A piece of American history was captured at Alfred State last week when court reporting instructor Danielle Green transcribed an oral account of World War II given by area veteran Paul Gerling, 87, of Wayland, NY.

Green transcribed Gerling’s oral account using the state-of-the art tools of court reporting professionals. The account was simultaneously transcribed and videotaped while Gerling was interviewed by his daughter, greendr@alfredstate.edu.

WWII veteran Paul Gerling with daughter, Professor Sandra Gerling-Yelle (far right) and court reporting instructor Danielle Green (middle)WWII veteran Paul Gerling of Wayland with daughter, Professor Sandra Gerling-Yelle (far right) and court reporting instructor Danielle Green (middle), both of Alfred State.