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You don't have to have aced your history classes to appreciate these memes. Mostly sourced from the fruitful historical communities of Reddit, these amusing tidbits tackle history in a way that makes even bleakest times seem humorous. They also have an uncanny way of helping us understand just how screwed up our forefathers were. There's a whole lot to parse through right now, but if you find yourself craving more history goodness, try one of our other lists here or here. They won't disappoint.

Let's face it, 2020 has been something out of an apocalyptic horror story. But it's important to put things into perspective. Historically speaking, the world used to be pretty damn f*cked up. We're not about to compare Covid-19 to the Spanish Flu or Black Death, but maybe (to some people) it's comforting to remember we're far from the first people to deal with plagues, fire and brimstone. These spicy history memes are a great reminder of that. 

Every time we open our phones or turn on the television there are constant reminders of how absolutely terribly the world is doing. While dark and edgy history memes aren't going to solve the climate crisis or find a vaccine for coronavirus, they're a pretty decent reminder that the planet has gone through sh*t and bounced back for the better. We're just hoping that happens to us sooner rather than later. Happy scrolling!

When you want something, do you just take it? Well, we don't. But during the incredibly long period of European colonialism, all bets were off. People are just now starting to talk about the problematic nature of the era, which has resulted in both ethical lessons and seriously funny history memes. We've put a few here for your enjoyment, but you can catch more history-related humor here and here.

If you fancy yourself a lover of spicy memes, or a lover of history, chances are you'll enjoy this gallery of memes. Most of them have to do with the World Wars, and many of them touch on some of the grislier battles and situations that our past has to offer. If you're sensitive to the horrors of the past, you might want to look for some fluffier content. But if you appreciate dark humor, you'll feel right at home. 

Listen, we know that we are privileged when compared to the people of the past. Scientific advancement has allowed us to live longer and accomplish more than many could have ever imagined. But 2020 absolutely stinks. And we'd rather poke fun at history via memes than read about the horrible things that are happening in the present.

While some of you may have flunked history a couple times, there's no getting around it: the happenings of the past make for some seriously good memes. And this gallery of memes hilariously covers many historical moments. You've got a few memes roasting Henry VIII's marriages and desire from and heir, as well as plenty of memes covering imperialism and war. They may not be entirely educational, but they're better for your brain than some of those deep fried ironic memes. Happy scrolling.

We don't normally like to live in the past, but we make some exceptions. Mostly in the area of memes. The history of the world (there's a lot of it) makes for some pretty great meme-ing. Here are some examples.

Think the world seems absolutely screwed beyond repair these days? Why not escape into the marvelous world of history memes! You'll be reminded that the world suffered long before 2020. And those suffering didn't have the luxury of being able to use the internet all day. 

The era we're living through seems pretty bleak most of the time. It's hard to ignore the pandemic and our current political shitshow. But the past has been just as bleak, if not more. These dank history memes use humor to lighten up that darkness. As a bonus? They're kind of educational! 

Some of these memes may make you feel like nothing is sacred, but they're all in good fun. While we realize that some of the periods that are tackled in these pics were exceptionally bleak, learning about horrific events and acknowledging them is an important part of healing. Keeping history alive and having fun while doing it ain't a crime. After all, history memes are way more fun than when we were learning this crap in school

It is often said that history is bound to repeat itself. We like to think that's an exaggeration, but it's definitely true where history memes are concerned. And not in a bad way. Memers have proved that it's possible to retell historical events using an inane variety of meme formats - some of which have nothing to do with history at all. We've rounded up a nice selection for you, but if you find yourself wanting more check out one of our other galleries or the r/HistoryMemes subreddit. You won't be disappointed. 

Tired of predictable and relatable memes? Sick of quarantine humor? These history memes might be the palate cleanser you need, for two reasons: A) We definitely can't relate to anyone who lived in Ancient Rome, and B) they're about all the absolute shits hows that happened before Covid-19. So even if the subject matter is bleak, at least the memes cover something that isn't being hammered into our poor, tired brains. Happy scrolling!

If you're tired of memes about coronavirus and lockdown, we've got the antidote for you. Instead of focusing on current events, these history memes culled from the depths of Reddit focus on the past. While some of them deal with pretty horrendous topics, they're still a welcome break from the craziness that's happening in the present. Enjoy the respite.

If you ever feel guilty about perusing memes as a form of procrastination, we'd like to introduce you to history memes. They're basically educational, so you can browse through them for as long as you damn well please. Completely guilt free. Even better? There's a pretty endless supply of them over at r/historymemes. 

When shit gets rough in the present, we often find ourselves turning to comedy based on the past. These history memes are a great reminder that other people have suffered as much or more than us. They're also pretty damn good for a laugh.