"The Parties to this Treaty reaffirm their faith

in the purposes and principles of the

Charter of the United Nations and

their desire to live in peace with

all peoples and all governments.  They are determined to safeguard the freedom, common heritage and civilisation of their peoples, founded on the principles of democracy, individual liberty and the rule of law.  They seek to promote stability and well-being in the North Atlantic area.
They are resolved to unite their efforts

for collective defence and for the

preservation of peace and security. They

therefore agree to this North Atlantic Treaty. . ."

Text Courtesy, NATO