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OPENED
Walt Disney opened his theme park in Aneheim, California. -
Tomorrowland Shooting
3 teens were shot in Tomorrowland in the parks first large-scale gang fight. -
Year-round Opperation
Until then, the park was closed on Mondays and some Tuesdays. -
8 year-old shot
Nayeli Diana Placentia was hit in the back by a stray bullet, shot outside the park, as she rode the Disneyland Railroad. -
20 foot fall
A visitor falls 20 feet from the Skyway ride, tumbling into a tree. -
Assualted by Guards
Robin Paulson, 49, alleges that she and her four children were grabbed, shaken, kicked and punched, by at least five Disneyland guards. -
The Gullywhumper
The Gullywhumper (Keel Boat) loaded with 49 guests began rocking side to side while on a trip around the island. The Gullywhumper tipped over, dunking guests into the Rivers of America. -
Space Mountain Stop
A car on the Space Mountain coaster stopped when a wheel support arm came loose. The safety system on the ride stopped other cars. The lights in darkened Space Mountain were turned on and everyone was evacuated. -
California Adventure added on.
California Adventure was built on the site of Disneyland's original parking lot. -
"Happiest Homecoming on Earth"
Space Mountain, Jungle Cruise, the Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, and the Enchanted Tiki Room were created. Attractions that had been in the park since 1955 had one ride vehicle painted gold. 50th year anniversary.
