The following sources were consulted in the preparation of the article “The real story of how Disneyland nearly failed in its first year.”
- American Broadcasting Company Annual Report (1955)
- American Broadcasting Company Annual Report (1956)
- Dreams and Nightmares: Central Florida and the Opening of Walt Disney World
- The Walt Disney Company: The Entertainment King
- Theme Park Development Costs: Initial Investment Cost Per First Year Attendee
- A Cultural History of the Disneyland Theme Parks
- “They All Trust Mickey Mouse”: Showcasing American Capitalism in Disney Theme Parks