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The turning point came shortly after Disneyland’s debut when Disney sought to overhaul the underwhelming Tomorrowland. His vision extended beyond mere rides; Disney dreamed of transforming transit itself. Inspired by a monorail he observed in Germany in 1958—a sleek beam gliding serenely above the ground—Disney became captivated. He managed to persuade engineers and executives to explore the possibilities, leading to discussions with the German company ALWEG.