Similar watches are published in ?Patek Philippe Wristwatches?, by Martin Huber and Alan Banbery, 1998 Edition, pp. 213, 216 and 217.The proceeds from the sale of thiscommemorative wristwatch will benefitthe Louis Armstrong Education FoundationLouis Armstrong, 1901-1971Considered by many to be one of the most important musicians of the Twentieth Century, Louis Armstrong entertained audiences worldwide for much of his life with his unique voice and innovative, infectious style of jazz. A self-taught musician and singer, ?Satchmo?, as he was lovingly known, was born on August 4, 1901 in New Orleans, Louisiana, a city whose musical diversity and energy inspired Armstrong in his own work. In 1922, having played with and earned the respect of many prominent jazz muicians, Armstrong moved to Chicago, where he recorded and toured with a well-known jazz band headed by Joe ?King? Oliver. His move to New York in 1929, along with subsequent film and stage appearances and continued traveling and recording activities, including a three-month tour of England and a lengthy stay in Paris, made Armstrong a sensation both at home and abroad. On one trip to West Africa, more than 100,000 people showed up to greet ?Ambassador Satch?. Armstrong often performed alongsidesuch greats as Duke Ellington, Bing Crosby, Billie Holiday and Frank Sinatra, and his music and touring activities continued until his death in July 1971.Louis Armstrong?s legacy extends well beyond the music and films he left behind. With his generous nature, positive outlook and congenial disposition, Armstrong brought enjoyment and hope to millions of people around the world. His generosity is exemplified in the foundation that he started.The Louis Armstrong Educational Foundation, founded and funded by Armstrong in 1969, is dedicated to fostering programs, workshops and lectures on music history in schools; assisting and contributing to programs and events for education in music by organizations such as schools and libraries; sponsoring programs at all school levels that aid the students in developing musical skills; and participating in scholarships, student exchanges and grants. A few of the organizations that the Foundation spports are The Gifts to Art Connection, The Boys Choir of Harlem, The Lincoln Center Jazz for Young People Concerts, and the Music Therapy program at the pediatric center of Beth Israel Hospital. Armstrong?s desire to ?give back to the world some of the goodness the world gave me? continues not only in his music but also in the foundation that bears his name.