Vuk Stefanović Karadžić

Vuk Stefanović Karadžić was a Serbian linguist and reformer in the 19th century who modernized the Serbian language. He standardized the Cyrillic alphabet, collected and published Serbian folk songs, and promoted literacy among common people. His efforts preserved Serbian cultural identity and made literature more accessible. By capturing the oral tradition and refining the written language, Karadžić played a crucial role in shaping modern Serbian culture and national consciousness.