After the Civil War, who built a successful bright-leaf tobacco business in Durham?

• A. James Buchanan "Buck" Duke
• B. Washington Irvine Duke
• C. John Ruffin Green
• D. Bull Durham

Answer: (B)

The successful bright-leaf tobacco business in Durham after the Civil War was primarily established by Washington Irvine Duke. He played a significant role in the development of the tobacco industry in the region, leveraging his knowledge and expertise to initiate a thriving enterprise. His efforts contributed significantly to the overall growth of the tobacco market in Durham, which became a major center for bright-leaf tobacco production.

James Buchanan "Buck" Duke, although an important figure, particularly in the later expansion of the tobacco industry, was more involved in the marketing and consolidation efforts that came after Washington Duke's foundational work. John Ruffin Green was also influential, especially for his innovations in tobacco production, but Washington Irvine Duke's early initiatives laid the groundwork for the industry's success in Durham. The choice "Bull Durham" refers to a brand rather than an individual responsible for the industry’s establishment.