Allison Kirschbaum
Veteran, Military History & Culture Writer
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.
Latest by Allison Kirschbaum
10/15/2025
GAO Report Warns of Rising Gambling Threat Among U.S. Troops
Gambling in the military has quietly become a growing concern, and a recent Government Accountability Office (GAO) report is holding defense offi...
10/13/2025
Welcome to Camp Pendleton, California: Your Comprehensive Guide
Welcome to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California - the West Coast’s premier Fleet Marine Force Training Base! Moving is never easy, but wh...
6/25/2025
4 Life Lessons from the Navy That Will Change How You Think
Everything we experience in life teaches us things that sometimes a classroom can’t, and it’s also like that in the Navy. It’s tough, yes, but in...
6/23/2025
U.S. Navy Achieves Recruitment Goals Months Ahead of Schedule
It’s a major win for the U.S. military, as the Navy announced that it reached its fiscal 2025 enlistment goal of signing more than 40,000 new Sai...
6/19/2025
DoD Terminates Contract With HomeSafe Alliance After Ongoing Military Household Goods Shipment Shortfalls
Peak PCS moving season is well underway. As of late, PCSing has been far from easy for military families, as many have reported facing significan...
6/12/2025
From Regulation Cuts to Rebel Locks: Military Hairstyles Through the Decades
When you think of the U.S. military, there are a few iconic images that might come to mind: crisp uniforms, medals, and, of course, neatly trimm...
6/9/2025
Military Ordered to Cut the Cost of PCS Moves by 50% by 2030
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves are a part of military life. While they come with the territory of being in the military, they also a par...
5/23/2025
These Are the Best States for Military Retirees in 2025
Retiring is a big life change because, for many years, the military told you where to live, what to do, and when to move. But now that you’re a V...
5/21/2025
Robert Dawson, Transcom's Personal Property Director, Will No Longer Oversee Military Moves
Big changes have occurred in the world of military relocations as Robert “Andy” Dawson, the Director of Personal Property at TRANSCOM, was report...