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Best of 2024: How a fight over beer landed Walt Disney World in Orlando instead of St. Louis

Best of 2024: How a fight over beer landed Walt Disney World in Orlando instead of St. Louis

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 ORLANDO, Fla. – Walt Disney World is part of the fabric of Florida, but did you know the theme park almost ended up in St. Louis instead of Orlando? University of Central Florida History professor Dr. Jim Clark said Walt Disney had his eye on the “Show Me” state well before he began eyeing the “Sunshine State”. But a fight over beer changed everything. After successfully introducing the public to Disneyland in California, Clark said Disney was looking for a second location. The animation mogul considered Niagra Falls and another area near Washington, D.C. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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