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Gala Day at Disneyland
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Gala Day at Disneyland

1960-01-21 · 27 min · ★ 8.0

Documentary · Family

The gala dedication ceremonies at the opening of three new major attractions at Disneyland—Matterhorn Bobsleds, Submarine Voyage, and the new Monorail—include a parade down Main Street with appearances by Walt and Roy Disney and members of their families, along with Vice President Richard Nixon and family, and numerous film stars. The celebrations end at night with a fireworks display.

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Walt Disney Productions
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Robert CummingsRobert CummingsSelf
Walt DisneyWalt DisneySelf
Annette FunicelloAnnette FunicelloSelf
Fred MacMurrayFred MacMurraySelf
Julie Nixon EisenhowerSelf
Pat NixonPat NixonSelf
Richard NixonRichard NixonSelf
Tricia Nixon CoxSelf
Roberta ShoreRoberta ShoreSelf

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