In Russian history, what does the bald-hairy joke refer to?
Answer: This is the joke that all Russian leaders since the early nineteenth century have alternated, from one who is bald, to one who possesses a full head of hair. It is widely considered to have begun with the reign of Tsar Nicholas I in 1825, who was bald, being succeeded by Alexander II, who had hair. Some maintain the tradition continues with Russian leaders to this day.
Source: Putin – Russia’s Choice by Richard Sakwa
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