The Society of American Military Engineers exists in the interest of National Defense, bringing together all phases of United States engineering, civil sector and military, for the advancement of the knowledge of the science of military engineering and the rapid mobilization of engineering capabilities.

     The Society encourages, fosters, and developes a spirit of cooperation and helpful interest among the engineering profession in civil life, engineers in the military services, and the other arms of the military services. In furthering these aims, The Society holds meetings for the presentation and discussion of appropriate papers and for professional interaction, and publishes books, periodicals, and other papers to preserve and disseminate knowledge and information concerning military engineering capabilities, requirements, and readiness.