Pushing the Limits

Vice Admiral Allan Rockwell McCann left no reminiscences that might reveal a deeper sense of his extraordinary service, but naval historian Carl LaVO has filled that void by writing this revealing-and often inspiring-biography. This book is an overdue appreciation of a significant admiral who has been all but ignored in naval history.

Pushing the Limits is a quick and enjoyable read, and includes an excellent collection of photographs, mostly from the USN's own historical archives. LaVO states in the preface that he believes McCann deserves recognition for much more than just the rescue chamber for which he is famous. With this publication, he has succeeded in bestowing upon McCann some of the recognition he is due."" - International Journal of Maritime History

Carl Lavo is the author of three previous books including The Galloping Ghost: The Extraordinary Life of Submarine Legend Eugene Fluckey . He lives in Bucks County, PA.