[centurion316]

Of course they did. But, they used Blackstone's Commentaries on the Laws of England. Very few used Vatell and then only as a supplement to Blackstone.

So, you are correct, you are very silly, as are all of the Birther Brigade. I suspect that you got this notion from them, but their assertion does not mean that they are right.

[sten]

I see you calling me names... but I don’t see any definitions of natural-born citizen supporting your interpretation published prior to 1787