The last of the Big 3 for new attractions at Disneyland in 1959 was the Submarine Voyage. At a cost of $80,000 each, you can understand why Walt’s fleet was a big deal. These 2 photos were taken only 10 days after the June 14, 1959 opening day ceremonies. Note the patriotic bunting.
The next four are also from June 1959.
These also give a glimpse of the neighboring Motor Boat Cruise & Matterhorn:
See more vintage Submarine Voyage photos at my regular website. Meanwhile in media-land, “Sleeping Beauty,” the Platinum Edition, is now out, and boy is it a beauty (pun intended)!
The section of extras on the Disneyland Sleeping Beauty Castle Diorama is not to be missed.
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I think it's interesting that the sub lagoon and the motor boat "river" are only separated by a low concrete wall... I wonder if there was ever any thought to making it a landscaped, hilly division?
ReplyDeleteGot back sooner than expected. Just in time for some awesome sub pics. Great stuff Dave.
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