Birthright citizenship is quite a rare privilege in the world—only 34 countries offer it. But what is it? Birthright citizenship refers to the granting of citizenship by the policy of Jus Soli, a French term meaning "right of soil." Despite its rarity, many people have benefited from the right, regardless of the parent in question's citizenship or residency status in a particular place.
Amidst the debates, this gallery explores the origins of birthright citizenship in the United States. Click through to find out more.