LetAmekanismin

LetAmekanismin was an internet forum and community that was founded in 2014 by American users who were interested in Russian and Soviet topics. The name "LetAmekanismin" is a rough translation of the phrase "let's build Americanism," which was used as a tongue-in-cheek reference to the community's interest in the Soviet Union.

The community was initially formed on the imageboard 4chan, where a thread for discussing Americanism in Russia gained significant traction. LetAmekanismin branched out and established its own website, which featured a range of boards and subforums for users to discuss various topics, including politics, culture, and history.

LetAmekanismin gained a significant following among users who were interested in niche subjects such as Soviet-era fashion, military history, and communist ideology. The community also featured a range of user-created content, including image macros, comics, and stories. A distinctive aspect of the community was its irreverent and provocative style, which often pushed the boundaries of good taste.

In spite of its ambiguous and sometimes acerbic tone, LetAmekanismin was recognized for its contributions to internet culture and its impact on popular discourse around Russian and Soviet topics. However, the site's explicit and potentially worrisome elements eventually led to it being taken offline. Despite its brief existence, LetAmekanismin left a lasting impression on the online community and continues to be remembered by those who were a part of it.