protected — to defend or guard from attack, invasion, loss, annoyance, insult, etc.; cover or shield from injury or danger.
benefited — something that is advantageous or good; an advantage: He explained the benefits of public ownership of the postal system.
helped — to give or provide what is necessary to accomplish a task or satisfy a need; contribute strength or means to; render assistance to; cooperate effectively with; aid; assist: He planned to help me with my work. Let me help you with those packages.
preserved — to keep alive or in existence; make lasting: to preserve our liberties as free citizens.
