1660s, from un- (1) not + conditional. Related: Unconditionally. Unconditional surrender in the military sense is attested from 1730; in U.S., often associated with Civil War Gen. Ulysses S. Grant and the taking of Fort Donelson. The ringing phrase of Grant's latest despatch circulated through the North like some coinage fresh from the mint, and Unconditional Surrender, which suited the initials of his modest signature, became like a baptismal name. [James Schouler, History of the United States of America, Dodd, Mead & Co., 1899].
Splitting Fingernails. Fingernails can crack and break because of several reasons. The most common factor being, nail-hardening products and nail polish that may be drying up the nails. However, sometimes health imbalances can also make the nails brittle and cause them to split. Fingernails are made up of a structural protein called keratin.
â¢ Nail separating from the nail bed is often caused by trauma, infection -- especially fungal -- or thyroid disease. â¢ Fungal infections on fingernails are usually caused by fake nails or wraps. â¢ Pale nails can signal anemia. â¢ White nails can be caused by infection or trauma. If the nail is mostly white with a darker rim, it can indicate liver issues, such as hepatitis. â¢ Yellow nails are often the sign of a sinus infection, chronic respiratory conditions or lymphedema (swelling of the hands), and are common in AIDs patients.