The ride was designed by the legendary Ward Kimball.

One manual depicted his friend Ward Kimball as a caveman.

Ward Kimball (March 4, 1914 - July 8, 2002) joined Disney in 1934.

He was animated by Ward Kimball.

It was directed by Ward Kimball and narrated by Paul Frees.

Swift started work with Disney as an assistant animator under Ward Kimball in 1938.

Engine No. 5 of the Disneyland Railroad is called Ward Kimball.

In fact, the character is a parody of the legendary Disney animator, Ward Kimball.

Says Ward Kimball, "Reaching 'inside the audience's heart' is hindsight nonsense.