The events surrounding Michael Brown's death in Ferguson, Missouri, in 2014 became a pivotal moment in modern civil rights history, sparking a massive wave of protests and the growth of the global Black Lives Matter movement. While not a traditional humorous meme, the imagery associated with the Ferguson protests—particularly the 'Hands Up, Don't Shoot' gesture—became a powerful digital symbol used across social media to discuss police accountability and racial justice. Online communities use these templates to raise awareness, document social history, and participate in political discourse. The imagery remains a significant cultural touchstone for discussing systemic issues and social reform in the United States.