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The Disney Animation Revolt of 1941
The chapter explores the Disney animation revolt of 1941 where Disney artists organized a strike demanding wage increases, reinstatement of fired animators, and unionization. The conflict between the animator, Art Babbitt, and Walt Disney's anti-union stance is highlighted, shedding light on the impact of the strike on the animation industry at that time.