Conversation so far:
Where was Wladyslaw Gomulka born?
Władysław Gomułka was born in the Białobrzegi Franciszkańskie village on the outskirts of Krosno, Austria-Hungary.
What did Wladyslaw Gomulka enjoy doing as a child?
Throughout his life Władysław Gomułka was an avid reader and accomplished a great deal of self-education.
Where did Wladyslaw Gomulka attend school?
Władysław Gomułka attended schools in Krosno for six or seven years, until the age of thirteen, when he had to start an apprenticeship in a metalworks shop.
When did Wladyslaw Gomulka become involved in politics?
The re-established Polish state of Władysław Gomułka's teen years was a scene of growing political polarization and radicalization.
Who helped shape Wladyslaw Gomulka's political views?
As a young worker, Władysław Gomułka developed connections with the radical Left joining the Siła (Power) youth organization in 1922 and the Independent Peasant Party in 1925.
At what age did Wladyslaw Gomulka start speaking out in public or giving speeches?
Władysław Gomułka was known for his activism in metal workers and chemical industry unions. He was involved in union-organized strikes and participated in a polemical debate with Herman Lieberman.

Question: Did he rise to political power quickly?
Self-contained rewrite: Did Wladyslaw Gomulka rise to political power quickly?