Ján Kollár was a prominent Slovak poet, writer, and linguist born on March 29, 1810, in the village of Mošovce, which was part of the Austrian Empire at the time. He is best known for his contributions to Slovak literature and his role in the Slovak national revival during the 19th century. Kollár's works often focused on themes of national identity and cultural heritage. In addition to his poetry, Kollár was an advocate for the Slovak language and its development. He was associated with the Slovak National Movement and collaborated with other notable figures, such as Ľudovít Štúr, to promote Slovak culture. Kollár passed away on January 19, 1886, leaving a lasting impact on Slovak literature and nationalism.