The bridge of the Hornet, with the captain's chair on its pedestal overlooking the flight deck.  The large device with cylindrical viewing tube on the right side of the photograph is a radar repeater, giving the bridge team access to the same radar data available in the navigation spaces.  Immediately to the right of the radar repeater is the navigator's manual plot table.

This bridge is technically known as the "navigation bridge," from which the Hornet's captain exercises command of his ship.  However, Hornet was equipped to perform the functions of a flagship.  When embarked, an admiral commanding a battle group or task force made use of a second "flag bridge," located immediately below this one.  

Pilothouse.  Behind the captain's chair, and separated by a bulkhead with a series of portholes, is the pilothouse, from which Hornet is "driven."  The helm occupies the center of the pilothouse.  The ship's wheel is the large brass disc on the right.  Throttle commands issued here are telegraphed down to the engine room.

The door to the captain's private cabin is located immediately behind the helm, which puts him no more than a few steps away from the bridge at all times.

Auxiliary Conning Station.  The auxiliary conn is located on the starboard wing of the bridge, outside the pilothouse, and provides a clear view of the entire starboard side of the ship.  This is useful for shiphandling evolutions where judging speeds and distances is critical, such as during underway replenishments.