veterans' organizations

veterans' organizations
Organizations of veterans of the Armed Services, having the primary purposes of strengthening and preserving comradeship, promoting and advancing mutual helpfulness among members, the protection of their widows and orphans, and the stimulation of patriotism. 56 Am J1st Vet & V A § 17.

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