America on Parade- 1976

America on Parade was a celebration of American history as the nation was celebrating its Bicentennial. The parade ran at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World from the summer of 1975 through the summer of 1976. Kelly Kellum shares these excellent photos taken in Liberty Square (fitting!) at Magic Kingdom. The parks were extra patriotic at this time. Red, white, and blue banners and other decorations were placed all over. 

Notice one of the "big dolls"? This parade was the origin of the somewhat odd "EPCOT Pageant Dolls" or "People of the World" who walked (and blinked!) around World Showcase.  

Comments

[Kelly Kellum]

I just saw this. Thank you for posting these! I'll send some more soon- including some old Marineland shots.

[Shelly]

That was a great parade. I have pictures of America on Parade. Actually, I have a ton of pics I need to send to you.