538K views · 11K reactions | Little Hiawatha (1937) is one of Disney’s most charming Silly Symphonies. It begins with young Hiawatha setting out to hunt forest animals, but ends with those same animals coming to his rescue when an angry bear appears. A perfect example of the heart and humor that made the Silly Symphonies so special. | Disney History Channel | Facebook

On November 5, 1937, Disney released The Old Mill, one of the most important Silly Symphonies. It was the first to use the multiplane camera, a groundbreaking innovation that would be employed in Disney’s feature films, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, and beyond. The short also features more lifelike depictions of animals and a stunning storm sequence. It went on to win the Academy Award for Best Short Subject (Cartoons). | Disney History Channel