Karl Wilhelm Von Humboldt was a German linguist born on June 22, 1767. He is recognized for his contributions to the study of language and its relationship to culture. Humboldt believed that language shapes thought and culture, and he emphasized the importance of understanding languages in their social context. His work laid the foundation for modern linguistics and influenced many scholars. He passed away on April 8, 1835, and is remembered as a key figure in the development of linguistic theory.