26 years ago martial law was introduced in Poland (also see BBC summary: link). I was almost 4 years old then and one of the earliest memories that I have from my childhood is connected with this event. I remember my parents whispering behind my back about current political situation in Poland, I remember them being worried and not sure about future, and deciding that for my safety it would be the best if they would send me to my grandparents who lived in a small village in the middle of nowhere. I also remember that once I was at my grandparents' place I got measles. Then having a skin rash seemed much more exciting (for me) than martial law...