When America entered the second World War, the whole landscape of the Disney Company changed. December 7th, 1941 was the day to live in infamy, the day that Pearl Harbor was attacked. The nation changed overnight, and the Walt Disney Company was no exception. The next day, the U.S. Army required the use of half […]
Honoring Disney Veterans: Robert Sherman
This week we are honoring Robert Sherman, the older of the Sherman Brothers, for his service in the United States Army. Years before he was a part of the song-writing dynamic duo that brought us “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious” and “it’s a small world”, Robert Sherman served in World War II. Sherman joined the Army in 1943 when […]
Honoring Disney Veterans: Walt Disney
Walt Disney was an American patriot through and through. He showed his love of country through wartime propaganda and of course, attractions at his parks. Walt Disney helped to bring Abraham Lincoln to the people 100 years after his death with Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln and Hall of Presidents. Just walking through Liberty Square […]
Honoring Disney Veterans: Roy Disney
Everyone knows the man behind the Disney Company, Walt Disney, but what about his brother? Roy O. Disney is the older brother to Walt and the man behind the financing at the company we all know and love. While Walt was behind the creative and imagination, without Roy none of it would have existed. It […]
Happy Birthday Pluto a World War II Private
Happy Birthday, Pluto! We all know Pluto, Mickey’s trusty pal! He’s a truly unique classic Disney character because he remained a true dog. No talking, walking upright, or really any other human traits. We really know him as the goodest of good boys, and his birthday is September 5th! Let’s celebrate Pluto with some Disney […]
Inside Disney’s America: The Most Controversial Never Built Theme Park
In 1992 Disney executives began planning a theme park that would celebrate America’s history and diversity. The project, named Disney’s America, would have included a section about the Civil War, a part about spirit guides, and a tribute to Walt Disney himself. Find out how Disney’s America came about and why it was never built. […]
Disney History: Disney and the War Effort
Walt Disney was a patriot through and through, and he loved his country. When America entered the war after the bombing of Pearl Harbor the Disney company did everything but suit up and grab a weapon to help with the war. Wartime Footing At the time, the animation studio was riding the high of Snow […]
History in the Magic Kingdom: Museum in the Hall of Presidents
Did you know there is a Museum in Disney World’s Hall of Presidents? You wouldn’t imagine that the place where you can stuff your face with corn dog nuggets, ride thrilling rides, and see your favorite cartoon characters come to life would also have a museum of American history, but it does! The Hall of […]
Rosies All American Cafe – Disney Hollywood Studios
Rosie’s All American Cafe is a patriotic themed Quick Service Restaurant at Disney Hollywood Studios. Rosie’s All American Cafe harkens back to World War 2 and the extraordinary effort made towards victory on the home front. From the implication that Rosie the Riveter has branched out to become a restaurateur to the Victory Garden in […]
Veterans Can Participate In Disney’s Magic Kingdom Flag Retreat
One of my favorite things to do on a Walt Disney World Vacation is to see the Magic Kingdom Flag Retreat at least once while I’m there. It’s held every day at 5:00 PM in the Town Square on the Magic Kingdom’s Main Street USA. Note: Occasionally WDW alters the time of the Retreat Ceremony (by 15 […]
American History At Disneyland
A New Way For Military Families To Enjoy The Happiest Place On Earth When it comes to true Americana there are few emblems more prominent than the Disney amusement parks. To walk down any of the perfectly curated streets is to take a step back in time in our country’s history; to explore a past […]
Disneyland’s Flag Retreat Ceremony
Disneyland’s Flag Retreat Ceremony: A Tribute to American Heroes Once upon a time, the great Walt Disney stood just feet from Old Glory in the center of Disneyland’s Town Square and proclaimed, “Disneyland is dedicated to the ideals, the dreams, and the hard facts that have created America.” Main Street, U.S.A. is a tribute to […]
Walk Through America’s History In Disney’s Liberty Square
Welcome to another installment of my Patriotic Disney Series. This time let me show you around Liberty Square. Walt Disney loved America so much that much of his work paid tribute to the American Spirit. Many of Walt’s live action movies took place during the early years of our country, as did many of his […]
Walt Disney Theme Park’s American Flags
Walt Disney was a proud American, who not only embraced, but exemplified the American Spirit of Exceptionalism. This is evident still today with attractions like The Hall of Presidents and the American Adventure. Visitors to Disney theme parks will notice that each park has a large flag pole proudly flying the American Flag. Retreat Ceramony […]
Frontierland, Walt Disney, and the American Identity Part 2
Here is Part Two of the Frontierland – Patriotic Disney Post by Dave from yourfirstvisit.net. In this second pare Dave walks us through Frontierland noting fun things to do on the way. Thanks again to Dave! If you missed Part One Check it out FRONTIERLAND BEGINS IN LIBERTY SQUARE The structures of Frontierland–rides, shops, and […]
Frontierland, Walt Disney, and the American Identity
FRONTIERLAND: A MUSEUM OF DREAMS Here is a Patriotic Disney Guest Post from Dave at yourfirstvisit.net. I really appreciate Dave’s taking the time to write it and his allowing me to debut it here. I hope you enjoy it! First, consider birth and death years of three great Americans: 1734-1820: Daniel Boone 1835-1910: Samuel Langhorne Clemens […]
Have a Patriotic Meal in the Liberty Tree Tavern
Welcome to another installment of my Patriotic Disney Series. This time we’ll talk about the Liberty Tree Tavern. The Liberty Tree Tavern is a table service restaurant located near the Liberty Tree in Magic Kingdom’s Liberty Square. If you are in the mood for something more than fast food while touring the Magic Kingdom I […]
The American Adventure at Epcot’s World Showcase
Welcome to another installment of my series Patriotic Disney in which I’ll be discussing the many facets of Walt Disney’s patriotism and how it permeates his work and legacy. Many of the lands and attractions in Disney’s theme Parks reveal his patriotism, his love of the American way of life and belief in the entrepreneurial […]
Walt Disney World’s Liberty Tree
Walt Disney was a very patriotic man, proud of and confident in the American spirit. He looked forward to what we could achieve and back at what we had achieved. Disney’s theme parks are filled with homages to that spirit. From the lands within the parks: Main Street USA, Liberty Square, and Frontierland; to the […]