36 U.S.C. § 153102 - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 36. Patriotic and National Observances, Ceremonies, and Organizations § 153102. Purposes

(1) perpetuating the memory and spirit of the men and women who achieved American independence by--

(2) carrying out the injunction of Washington, in his farewell address to the American people, “to promote, as an object of primary importance, institutions for the general diffusion of knowledge,” thus developing an enlightened public opinion and affording to young and old such advantages as shall develop in them the largest capacity for performing the duties of American citizens;

(3) cherishing, maintaining, and extending the institutions of American freedom;

(4) fostering true patriotism and love of country; and

(5) aiding in securing for mankind all the blessings of liberty.