This brought them into direct conflict with the Native Americans who happened to occupy that land. The second important demand created by tobacco in the 1620's was a demand was for labor.

Tobacco use in the form of cigarettes, smokeless tobacco and other commercial products remains one of the leading causes of ...

“Crooked Tree,” and a documentary on the impact of tobacco on Native American communities, “Smoke Alarm.” It also is collaborating with the Georgia Film Academy on an industry training ...