It Was All Started by…Walt Disney

One of the more famous Walt Disney quotes is, “I only hope we don’t lose sight of one thing–that it was all started by a mouse.”

Well, that is partially true.

Yes, Mickey Mouse really saved Walt and his fledgling animation company after Oswald the Lucky Rabbit was stolen away from him. And it was Mickey who was then a spring broad for everything that followed:

The original five

Silly Symphonies

The animated feature film

Live action films

Disneyland

Walt Disney World

And more!

However, I really think we need to make sure they never lose sight of one thing…that it was all really started by Walt Disney!

Happy Birthday Walt and thank you for all the joy and happiness you have brought to millions around the world.