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Allison Kirschbaum

Veteran, Military History & Culture Writer

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Allison Kirschbaum is a Navy Veteran and an experienced historian. She has seven years of experience creating compelling digital content across diverse industries, including Military, Defense, History, SaaS, MarTech, FinTech, financial services, insurance, and manufacturing. She brings this expertise to military storytelling, specializing in articles that explore military history, culture, and the experiences of service members and their families. Allison’s work blends rigorous research with engaging narrative, delivering content that informs, resonates, and drives results for both readers and organizations.

Credentials
  • Navy Veteran
  • 7 years experience in digital content creation
  • Expertise across Military, Defense, History, SaaS, MarTech, FinTech industries
Expertise
Military HistoryNaval OperationsMilitary CultureDefense HistoryMilitary LifestyleService Member Experiences

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Latest by Allison Kirschbaum

Navy Voting Stand Down 2026: Your Rights, Resources, and What to Expect
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October 13, 2026

Navy Voting Stand Down 2026: Your Rights, Resources, and What to Expect

The Navy and Marine Corps must conduct a nonpartisan military voting stand-down by October 15, 2026, ahead of the Novemb...

Were You Denied TAMP? Guard and Reserve Members May Qualify for Retroactive Reimbursements

October 9, 2026

Were You Denied TAMP? Guard and Reserve Members May Qualify for Retroactive Reimbursements

Some National Guard and Reserve members who were previously denied transitional health coverage may now qualify for 180 ...

Family Separation Allowance Is Now $300/Month: What Every Military Family Must Know

October 8, 2026

Family Separation Allowance Is Now $300/Month: What Every Military Family Must Know

When a service member is away from their dependents because of military orders, some expenses may fall differently on th...

MHS GENESIS Patient Portal Is Moving to myAuth. DS Logon and CAC Still Work for Now

October 1, 2026

MHS GENESIS Patient Portal Is Moving to myAuth. DS Logon and CAC Still Work for Now

Editor's Note (updated Oct. 1, 2026): This article originally reported that the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal switched to m...

Faster Benefits, Better Jobs: New Executive Order Aims to Streamline Military Transitions

September 21, 2026

Faster Benefits, Better Jobs: New Executive Order Aims to Streamline Military Transitions

Service members who leave the military often face the transition to civilian life with several complicated processes all...

Navy Voting Stand Down 2026: Your Rights, Resources, and What to Expect
NEW

October 13, 2026

Navy Voting Stand Down 2026: Your Rights, Resources, and What to Expect

The Navy and Marine Corps must conduct a nonpartisan military voting stand-down by October 15, 2026, ahead of the November 3 general election. The Nav...

Were You Denied TAMP? Guard and Reserve Members May Qualify for Retroactive Reimbursements

October 9, 2026

Were You Denied TAMP? Guard and Reserve Members May Qualify for Retroactive Reimbursements

Some National Guard and Reserve members who were previously denied transitional health coverage may now qualify for 180 days of premium-free TRICARE c...

Family Separation Allowance Is Now $300/Month: What Every Military Family Must Know

October 8, 2026

Family Separation Allowance Is Now $300/Month: What Every Military Family Must Know

When a service member is away from their dependents because of military orders, some expenses may fall differently on the household. The cost of famil...

MHS GENESIS Patient Portal Is Moving to myAuth. DS Logon and CAC Still Work for Now

October 1, 2026

MHS GENESIS Patient Portal Is Moving to myAuth. DS Logon and CAC Still Work for Now

Editor's Note (updated Oct. 1, 2026): This article originally reported that the MHS GENESIS Patient Portal switched to myAuth on Sept. 23. On Sept. 25...

Faster Benefits, Better Jobs: New Executive Order Aims to Streamline Military Transitions

September 21, 2026

Faster Benefits, Better Jobs: New Executive Order Aims to Streamline Military Transitions

Service members who leave the military often face the transition to civilian life with several complicated processes all at the same time. They may ne...