Non-musical history for today: 1836 – Inauguration of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. It stands in the center of Place Charles de Gaulle, where a wagon-spoke-like road system happens. TWELVE roads stem from the center. Let me tell you, you better know which one you need because Parisians don’t like you being in their way. It’s the only time I’ve seen Parisians angry (contrary to American conjecture). Napoleon commissioned the monument. It honors those who fought and died for France in the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars, with the names of all French victories and generals inscribed on its inner and outer surfaces. Below the arch lies the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier from WWI.

Music history, album anniversaries, birthdays, and deaths for July 29.

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