“Funny memes shouldn't be the only way we learn about history, but they do have the potential to open the door for educators to reach new audiences,” Dr. Redman noted, talking about the role memes and humor play in regards to educating oneself about history.
According to him, humor can be incredibly impactful in learning history. “People tend to learn better when they are plugged in and sincerely interested in the things being taught. Humor in teaching and storytelling tends to keep us engaged. In many times and places throughout history, amusing stories have been told not just to entertain, but also to make us think.
“Of course, not all histories lend themselves to humor in their being recounted, human lives also feature remarkable drama, tragedy, and sadness,” the historian added. “It is also the case that during many of the darkest moments in human history, people have sought out humor as an escape or a way to navigate life's many challenges.”






















