perpetuating the Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc., and the memory of all the men and women who have served our country as members of the Armed Forces;

maintaining true allegiance to the Government of the United States;

educating members of the corporation and others not to divulge military, naval, or other Government information;

assisting in veterans’ ceremonies;

attending patriotic rallies and meetings;

fostering true democracy;

caring for unsupported mothers who gave their sons to the service of the Nation;

aiding in bringing about recognition of the need for permanent civilian defense in each community and the need to be always alert against invasion of un-American activities;

upholding the American institutions of freedom, justice, and equal rights; and

defending the United States from all enemies.