Purpose - as defined by the FCC
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Recognition and enhancement of the value of the amateur service
to the public as a voluntary noncommercial communication service, particularly
with respect to providing emergency communications.
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Continuation and extension of the amateur’s proven ability
to contribute to the advancement of the radio art.
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Encouragement and improvement of the amateur service through
rules which provide for advancing skills in both the communication and
technical phases of the art.
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Expansion of the existing reservoir within the amateur radio
service of trained operators, technicians, and electronics experts.
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Continuation and extension of the amateur’s unique ability
to enhance international goodwill.
Purpose - as intended by God
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Service to one another
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Christian service - world sees your good works and gives
glory to God
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Help to general public in emergencies big and small
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Service to missionaries
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Skills - talents are to be exercized, a skillful worker serves
before kings
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The Christian Soldier - trained and ready to serve
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