The "Saddam Hussein Hiding" meme references the dramatic capture of former Iraqi dictator Saddam Hussein on December 13, 2003, during the U.S.-led Iraq War. Found hiding in a small underground "spider hole" near his hometown of Tikrit, the event was widely publicized through images and videos. These visuals, particularly those showing Hussein disheveled and removed from power, became symbols of his downfall. Over time, internet users repurposed this imagery into memes, often humorously applying the concept of "hiding" to mundane or exaggerated situations. The meme's ironic tone contrasts Hussein's notorious legacy with lighthearted or absurd interpretations of being caught off-guard.
How to use the Meme Generator?
The Meme Generator is a free online tool for adding custom text, images, and more to templates. Use it to
customize established memes or create new ones from scratch.
How to Make a Meme
Choose a Template: Select from popular templates, search user-uploaded templates, or
upload your own.
Add Customizations: Use the buttons next to the canvas to add text, images, stickers,
drawings, and spacing.
Create and Share: Click 'Generate Meme' and choose how to share it—via social
apps, a link, or download it to your device.
Customizing Your Meme
Move and Resize: Drag text boxes around. Enable drag/drop on mobile devices.
Text Customization: Change font color and outline, and use the gear icon to select from
over 1,300 free fonts or any installed on your device.
Stickers and Images: Add stickers, images, and effects like opacity, resizing, and
rotation.
Drawing Tools: Draw or scribble on your meme.
Meme Chains: Create chains of multiple images.
More Than Memes
The Meme Generator is versatile for creating posters, banners, advertisements, and custom graphics.
