The "Saddam Hussein Hiding Spot" meme references the infamous 2003 discovery of former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein, who was found hiding in a small, underground hole (dubbed a "spider hole") in a rural area. This image of Hussein peering out from the hole became a symbol of hiding from responsibility, danger, or undesirable situations. The meme evolved as internet users began repurposing the image to humorously depict people or characters in awkward, confined, or desperate circumstances. It was widely shared during the early 2010s and became a recurring format for showcasing awkward or embarrassing moments in a visually dramatic way.
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.
