18 November - Walt Disney's "Steamboat Willie" released, first Mickey Mouse sound cartoon in 1928

 

Walt Disney's "Steamboat Willie," the first Mickey Mouse sound cartoon, was released on November 18, 1928. This cartoon is particularly notable because it marked the debut of Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse and is considered a significant milestone in the history of animation. The characters were created by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks, and the success of "Steamboat Willie" played a pivotal role in establishing Mickey Mouse as a cultural icon.