Provide for the common defense

Answer 1

I interpret he phrase "to provide for the common defense" means that the government will ensure protection to the states and territories and to all citizens/residents thereof in the event of conflict with any foreign nation.

Answer 2

Well in the Preamble to the Constitution, "provide for the common defense" means that the national govt. would be responsible for protecting Americans from foreign invaders (stronger protection than each state having a navy, army, etc.). (Poyo@@@@@@@) Yes, it does, but there is so much more. It doesn't just mean that the government is responsible for the provision of an army it also means that they have the power to raise and finance wars, establish rules for the armed forces and call up militias in order to protect America. (Me)

Answer 3

the Constitution provided for a defense for all Americans who might be attacked by enemies. the Preamble to the Constitution, "provide for the common defense" means that the national govt. would be responsible for protecting Americans from foreign invaders..

Answer 4

simply means to provide for the common needs of society.

Answer 5

To provide for the common defense means to offer protection to the whole country from any forms of attacks. This is part of the general welfare define in the US Constitution.

Answer 6

It is in the Preambe of the U.S. Constitution, and simply expresses their desire that the following provisions will make the member states and people more secure.

Answer 7

to protect the people from invasion

Answer 8

2nd amendment