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36 U.S.C. § 20903

Purposes

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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, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1290.)

Historical and Revision Notes

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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.