(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.
Structure US Code
Title 36— PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS
Subtitle II— Patriotic and National Organizations
CHAPTER 209— AMERICAN EX-PRISONERS OF WAR
§ 20907. Exclusive right to name and emblem
§ 20909. Duty to maintain corporate and tax-exempt status
§ 20910. Records and inspection