36 U.S.C. § 170303

upholding and defending the Constitution of the United States;

collating, preserving, and encouraging the study of historical episodes, chronicles, mementos, and events pertaining to “The Day of Infamy, 7 December 1941”, and in particular those memories and records of patriotic service performed by the heroic Pearl Harbor survivors and nonsurvivors;

shielding from neglect the graves, past and future, of those who served at Pearl Harbor on that day;

stimulating communities and political subdivisions into taking more interest in the affairs and future of the United States to keep our Nation alert;

fighting unceasingly for our national security to protect the United States from enemies within and without our borders;

preserving the American way of life and fostering the spirit and practice of Americanism; and

instilling love of country and flag and promoting soundness of mind and body in the youth of our Nation.