The purposes of the corporation are as provided in the articles of incorporation and bylaws and include—

((1)) promoting military service associations;

((2)) promoting patriotic education and military, naval, and air science;

((3)) defending the honor and integrity of the United States Government and the Constitution;

((4)) fostering fraternal relations among all branches of the Armed Forces;

((5)) encouraging the adoption of a suitable policy of national security; and

((6)) encouraging the commemoration of military service and the establishment of war memorials.