The Josh Swain Fight, also known as the Josh Battle, originated from a viral Facebook group message sent in April 2020 by a user named Josh Swain, who challenged everyone sharing his name to a duel for the right to keep it. One year later, on April 24, 2021, the event actually took place in Lincoln, Nebraska, where hundreds of people named Josh gathered for a massive, wholesome pool noodle battle. The meme celebrates the absurdity of the internet coming together for a harmless cause, with a toddler known as 'Little Josh' being crowned the ultimate winner. It is frequently used to represent epic showdowns, identity disputes, or moments of unexpected community spirit.