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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Soviet No Poster Meme” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21389 of the collection, and the 72nd best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Soviet No Poster Meme” meme mean?
This visual embodies absolute denial, often laced with dark humor or sarcasm. The frozen gesture conveys an unappealable opposition to any proposal deemed undesirable. Using it highlights that a request is unacceptable, absurd, or simply rejected, transforming a Soviet warning into a modern comedic tool.
Where does the “Soviet No Poster Meme” meme come from?
The original visual is a Soviet anti-alcohol propaganda poster titled *Net!* ("No!"). It was created in 1954 by artist Viktor Ivanovitch Govorkov. The historical context corresponds to the period following Stalin's death, marked by public health campaigns aimed at reducing alcohol consumption. The image shows a man pushing away a glass offered by an unknown hand, symbolizing the explicit rejection of drunkenness. It is not a cinematic scene but a printed medium. The transformation into an internet phenomenon relies on graphic manipulation: users replace the glass or hand to adapt the refusal to various humorous contexts. This editing practice allows the character to reject any object or situation, preserving the visual structure of the initial refusal while changing the subject of the mockery.
- 1954Creation of the original poster by Viktor Govorkov as part of a Soviet anti-alcohol campaign.
- 2009Appearance of the first documented online examples of the meme, notably on the Russian blog Net Lore in January and Lurkmore in September.
How to use the “Soviet No Poster Meme” meme
- Use this image to politely but firmly decline an unwanted invitation on social media.
- Insert the edited version in a private chat to illustrate your total disagreement with an absurd suggestion.
- Share the modified variant to comment on the absurdity of a commercial offer or fashion trend.
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The “Soviet No Poster Meme” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21389 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 69/100 · #72 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Soviet No Poster Meme” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Soviet No Poster Meme comes out of the Memes World series 72 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is the soviet no poster meme?
It is a 1954 Soviet propaganda poster showing a man refusing a drink. On the internet, it is remixed to express categorical and humorous refusal towards various situations.
Who is viktor govorkov?
Viktor Ivanovitch Govorkov is the Soviet artist who created the original poster in 1954. His work aimed to promote alcohol abstinence in the post-Stalin USSR.
Where does the soviet no meme come from?
The meme comes from a 1954 Soviet propaganda poster titled *Net!*. It gained popularity online starting in 2009 thanks to photo edits diverting the initial refusal.
Is it a real photo?
No, it is not a video capture or a real photo of an event. It is a printed illustration specifically designed for a Soviet public health campaign.
How do I get the Soviet No Poster Meme meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Soviet No Poster Meme” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Soviet No Poster Meme card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: "Нет!" / "No!" Poster | Know Your Meme · No! (net!) Нет! 1954 – SovietPosters.com – Soviet Propaganda ... · No! Anti alcohol poster from the USSR following stalins death in 1953. · checked on October 13, 2026.
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