The path of the nerve starts in the hypoglossal nucleus of the brainstem, which is located near the midline of the medulla oblongata, and then travels between the carotid artery and jugular vein to end up on the underside of the tongue. If there are problems with the hypoglossal nerve, the tongue may become paralyzed.
In modern times, the Ides of March is best known as the date on which Julius Caesar was assassinated in 44 BC. Caesar was stabbed to death at a meeting of the senate. As many as 60 conspirators, led by Brutus and Cassius, were involved.
SAN FRANCISCO â March 15 is the Ides of March. But there's no need to be on guard. Julius Caesar probably should have been. But then, he blew off the soothsayer who told him to beware the Ides of March in the first act of Shakespeare's play. You might remember from English class that things didn't go so well for him.