Description
Walt Disney
Signed Bank of America Loan Document
PSA/DNA Authentic Autograph
84361120
You are bidding on a autographed Bank of America Loan Document signed by Walt Disney. We are pleased to present an extraordinary piece of entertainment history. This is a Bank Loan Document signed by Walt Disney, dated October 7, 1954. This significant document, issued by the Bank of America, is intrinsically linked to the monumental development of Disneyland, the world-renowned theme park that revolutionized family entertainment. This bank loan document represents a pivotal moment in the creation of Disneyland, which officially opened on July 17, 1955. Construction of Disneyland began on July 16, 1954, following Walt Disney’s extensive planning and fundraising efforts​​. At the time, Walt Disney was transforming his visionary dream into reality, requiring substantial financial support to construct the innovative amusement park in Anaheim, California. The funds secured through this loan were critical in financing various aspects of Disneyland’s buildout, from construction to the procurement of attractions. Walt Disney’s signature on this document is not only a testament to his entrepreneurial spirit but also a tangible connection to the origins of Disneyland. By October 1954, construction was well underway, and the financial backing provided by the Bank of America was instrumental in ensuring the project’s continuation and eventual success.
Document Details:
- Date: October 7, 1954
- Issuer: Bank of America
- Type: Bank Loan Document
- Signatory: Walt Disney
This item also comes with a personal letter from Bank of America’s Vice President and Manager Thomas C. Deane to Miss Dolores Voght, Walt Disney secretary. The document states that they have enclosed Mr. Disney’s bank note and marked it “PAID”.
