Danielle Wirsansky is a PhD candidate in history at Florida State University, where she previously earned her BA in English, BA in theatre, and MA in history. Her master's thesis explored the impact of changing gender roles in British society from 1914-1945 on women spies during World War II. Danielle's research primarily focuses on gender, war, and society, with a particular emphasis on women's resistance and roles during World War II and the Holocaust. Her work has involved extensive archival research in the United Kingdom and Israel.

Danielle has published articles in respected historical journals and contributed a chapter to an edited volume on gendered justice. Her dissertation examines the gendered experiences of women in the Special Operations Executive (SOE) and their roles in resistance movements. Additionally, she is a recipient of the Elie Wiesel Social Action Fellowship, recognizing her commitment to social justice and historical scholarship. She has presented her findings at numerous conferences, including the Society for Military History's Annual Meeting, highlighting her contributions to the field.

Danielle has been awarded a Fulbright fellowship to conduct research at Bar-Ilan University. This research will build on her current work by investigating the gendered experiences of women spies specifically in their capture and execution.  Her research aims to shed light on the nuanced and often overlooked contributions of women in wartime resistance, contributing to a broader understanding of gender dynamics in historical contexts.