107K views · 6.3K reactions | The final segment of Melody Time (1948), “Pecos Bill,” was brought to life through the combined efforts of animators Ward Kimball and Milt Kahl. After seeing a rough cut of the short, Walt Disney reportedly exclaimed, “That’s the greatest inspirational lift I’ve had in six years.” Ward’s zany, energetic style was a perfect match for the toughest critter west of the Alamo. | Disney History Channel | Facebook