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conning tower is a raised platform on a ship or submarine, often
armored, from which an officer can con the vessel; i.e., give
directions to the helmsman A helmsman is a person who steers a
ship, sailboat, submarine, or other type of maritime vessel. On
small vessels, particularly privately-owned noncommercial
vessels, the functions of skipper and helmsman may be combined
in one person. On larger vessels, there is a separate officer of
the watch,...   The verb 'conn' probably stems from the verb
"conduct" rather from another plausible precedent, the verb
"control". It is noted that the conning tower allows for
efficient reconnaissance.  Admiral Douglas Monaster, from HMS
Malefactor, is credited with using the term "control tower".
Surface ships  On surface ships