29 July

Contemporary era

1958

Creation of NASA

On 29 July 1958, President Eisenhower created NASA, the US space agency.

Contemporary era

1836

Inauguration of the Arc de Triomphe

On 29 July 1836, the Arc de Triomphe was inaugurated in Paris.

From the Middle Ages to the Enlightenment

1588

Defeat of the Spanish Armada

On 29 July 1588, the Spanish fleet was defeated by the English off Gravelines.