America's Cigar Story

<p><strong>For over 250 years cigars have shaped American history industry and culture.</strong> From the colonial tobacco fields to the smoke-filled rooms of political power cigars have been a symbol of craftsmanship resilience and status.</p><p><strong><em>America's Cigar Story</em> is the definitive history of cigars in the United States</strong>-a fascinating journey through time that explores their impact on business labor politics and popular culture. From Lt. Col. Israel Putnam's introduction of Cuban tobacco in 1762 to the rise of cigar-making hubs in New York Pennsylvania and Florida this book uncovers the untold stories of the workers immigrants and entrepreneurs who built the industry.</p><p><strong>Discover how cigars shaped the economy and political landscape from Civil War battlefields to the presidential offices of JFK.</strong> Learn how the Cuban Embargo transformed global tobacco markets why the 1990s saw an unexpected cigar boom and how modern boutique brands are redefining tradition today.</p><p><strong>Inside you'll explore:</strong></p><p> - <em>The labor struggles of Black and immigrant cigar rollers in 19th-century factories.</em></p><p> - <em>The role of cigars in diplomacy political deals and the rise of the smoke-filled room.</em></p><p> - <em>How Nicaragua the Dominican Republic and Honduras became cigar powerhouses after the Cuban Embargo.</em></p><p> - <em>The modern resurgence of premium cigars fueled by Hollywood luxury branding and craft tobacco innovation.</em></p><p><strong>Whether you're a cigar aficionado a history buff or simply curious about America's evolving industries this book offers a rich and engaging look at an enduring legacy.</strong> With meticulous research and compelling storytelling <em>America's Cigar Story</em> brings to life the people events and innovations that shaped one of America's most iconic traditions.</p>