December 5, 1901

Walt Disney was born in Chicago on December 5, 1901. Mickey Mouse made his screen debut on November 18, 1928 in Steamboat Willie , a short black-and-white animated musical. So began a partnership that charmed generations.

TIME 100: Builders & Titans: Disney
“He created Mickey Mouse and produced the first full-length animated movie. He invented the theme park and originated the modern multimedia corporation. For better or worse, his innovations have shaped our world and the way we experience it. But the most significant thing Walt Disney made was a good name for himself.” Naming Disney as one of the most important people of the twentieth century, TIME gives us an insightful look at all of Disney’s achievements.

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