Question

How did the framers of the constitution address the importance of the military

Answer 1

The correct answer to this open question is the following.

The framers of the Constitution addressed the importance of the military by giving the military a prominent place in the government but under the control and supervision of civil authorities; in this case, as part of the executive branch led by the President of the United States. The US President, among other important functions, is the commander-in-chief of the Armed Forces: Army, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard.

Answer 2

The framers of the constitution worked to ensure the military would be under civilian control. The framers spread responsibilities for the military around. The president and congress had to work together to use the military.