The purposes of the corporation are as provided in the articles of incorporation and include-
(1) encouraging fraternity for the common good;(2) fostering patriotism and loyalty;(3) assisting widows and orphans of deceased ex-prisoners of war;(4) assisting ex-prisoners of war who have been injured or disabled as a result of their service;(5) maintaining allegiance to the United States;(6) preserving and defending the United States from all enemies; and(7) maintaining historical records. Pub. L. 105-225, 112 Stat. 1290.| HISTORICAL AND REVISION NOTES |
| Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
| 20903 | 36:2103. | Aug. 10, 1982, Pub. L. 97-234, §3, 96 Stat. 261. |
Before clause (1), the words "objects and" are omitted as unnecessary.In clause (5), the words "of America" are omitted for consistency.