Vintage Safety Equipment and Controls Aboard USS Hornet

Vintage Safety Equipment and Controls Aboard USS Hornet

Friday, February 27th, 2026 at 8:40:38 PM · 2026/USS Hornet

This photograph captures a section of painted metal bulkhead aboard the USS Hornet museum ship, displaying layers of naval history through its worn equipment. Two red fire extinguishers are secured with chains at the bottom, while above them, a tangle of white conduit pipes connects various electrical controls and communication devices. The paint shows age and wear, with visible discoloration and rust spots that speak to decades of service. A red alarm or light fixture is visible in the upper right corner, and various switches and gauges are mounted throughout the frame, creating a complex network of vintage ship safety and communication systems.

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