(1) to encourage and aid American young people to develop an interest and skill in basic seamanship and in its naval adaptations;
(2) to train them in seagoing skills; and
(3) to teach them patriotism, courage, self-reliance, and kindred virtues.
Structure US Code
Title 36— PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS
Subtitle II— Patriotic and National Organizations
CHAPTER 1541— NAVAL SEA CADET CORPS
§ 154106. Exclusive right to name, insignia, emblems, badges, marks, and words
§ 154109. Records and inspection
§ 154111. Liability for acts of officers and agents
§ 154113. Distribution of assets on dissolution or final liquidation