The Soldier Not Protecting Child meme is a popular subversion of the 'Silent Protector' digital painting by artist Wang Ling (wlop). While the original artwork depicts a brave knight shielding a sleeping child from a barrage of arrows, internet users created a humorous twist where the soldier ducks or moves out of the way, leaving the child vulnerable. This format is widely used for object labeling to represent someone avoiding responsibility or letting a problem hit someone else entirely. It has become a staple for internet commentary on negligence, irony, and the reality of avoiding difficult situations.