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Best Of: Louis Armstrong's Early Years / Our Anti-Social Century

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From Troubled Beginnings to Musical Foundation

This chapter explores the challenging early life of a prominent musician shaped by a tumultuous upbringing and reform school experiences. It highlights how a supportive environment enabled his transformation into a skilled instrumentalist, contrasting his path with those of his less fortunate peers.

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