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The opening of Disneyland

In July 1955 the first ever Disney theme park was opened in California.

The opening day wasn't entirely successful.

We hear from two people who were there. One a Disney employee, the other, a seven year old boy.

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Sun 17 Jul 201101:50GMT
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