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.
Today - March 15 - is referred to as The Ides of March.. The name traces its roots back to ancient times, specifically the Roman Calendar, with ides referring to the first full moon of a given month, which usually fell on the 15th of the month. The ides took an ominous turn in 44BC, when Roman ruler Julius Caesar was assassinated on March 15.