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.
In ancient Rome, the Ides of March were equivalent to our March 15th. If youâve heard of the Ides of March, itâs probably thanks to William Shakespeare. In his play Julius Caesar, a soothsayer â or fortune teller â says to Caesar: Beware the Ides of March. In the play â and in reality â Julius Caesar was indeed assassinated on the ides of March â March 15 â in the year 44 B.C. In the ancient Roman calendar, each month had an Ides. In March, May, July, and October, the Ides fell on the 15th day. In every other month, the Ides fell on the 13th. The word Ides derives from a Latin word which means âto divide.â