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                Historical and genealogical purpose and to  perpetuate the memory and to honor the name of Emperor Charlemagne; to bring  into one group the descendants of his successors and heirs; to maintain and  promote the traditions of chivalry and knighthood; to recognize acts of merit;  to recognize achievements in the Arts, Sciences and Letters; to inspire  patriotism and loyalty to our country; and for such other lawful and proper  purposes as the Executive Council of the order may from time to time decide  upon.To collect and preserve books on genealogy,  family history, heraldry and general history.To collect and preserve documents, manuscripts,  relics, records and traditions relating to Emperor Charlemagne and his  successors; to create a popular interest in ancient history and genealogy.The Order is non-political and non-sectarian.In the event of dissolution of this Order, the  assets will be distributed for educational, patriotic, charitable and religious  purposes.   |  |  |      |