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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
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Military HistoryNaval OperationsMilitary CultureDefense HistoryMilitary LifestyleService Member Experiences

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The DoD Is Launching a Fertility Preservation Pilot for Service Members
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The DoD Is Launching a Fertility Preservation Pilot for Service Members

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Back to the Standard: Why the U.S. Naval Academy Reinstated the Female Haircut

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Back to the Standard: Why the U.S. Naval Academy Reinstated the Female Haircut

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The DoD Is Launching a Fertility Preservation Pilot for Service Members
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The Blue Angels Award New Uniform Contract to Aquila International

The Blue Angels are getting a new maker for one of the most recognizable parts of their look: their flight suits. For 43 years, one company has been b...

Understanding the MOLD Act and Proposed Military Housing Reforms

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Understanding the MOLD Act and Proposed Military Housing Reforms

In military housing, even in general, mold hasn’t always been a simple maintenance problem. There will be repeated service calls, health and safety co...

Back to the Standard: Why the U.S. Naval Academy Reinstated the Female Haircut

July 24, 2026

Back to the Standard: Why the U.S. Naval Academy Reinstated the Female Haircut

Every summer, more than 1,000 young men and women arrive at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, to begin their Plebe Summer. This grueling ...

Military Reinstates Flu Shot Mandate for Recruits Amid Growing Outbreak

July 3, 2026

Military Reinstates Flu Shot Mandate for Recruits Amid Growing Outbreak

For most civilians, the flu usually means staying home, resting, and avoiding others until symptoms improve. Then things usually return to normal. If ...