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Borg Svemann,
Woodworker
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Only the copyright on the Mickey portrayed in Disney’s earliest films, such as 1928's “Steamboat Willie,” would expire in the next few years.
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Athena Mondale,
Spiritual Consultant
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The original "Steamboat Willie" cartoon would enter into the public domain, and perhaps instances of those characters would be in the public domain.
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Keith Tennant,
Factory Worker
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Disney's first rodent-related animated cartoon—featuring Mickey Mouse—was made in 1928: Steamboat Willie.
Mickey Mouse first appeared in "Steamboat Willie" on November 18, 1928 at the Colony Theatre in New York.
SteamBoat Willie (Q) -- This is the famous shot of Mickey at the wheel.
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Billie Kirgan,
Machinist
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When Mickey whistled in "Steamboat Willie," a star was born.
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Sasha Prevette,
Kindergarten student
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Steamboat Willie (1928), produced by Disney’s own company, featured synchronized sound for the first time in an animated cartoon.
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