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.
Lengthwise grooves or ridges may indicate a kidney disorder and is associated with aging. An iron deficiency may also cause ridges. Brittle nails signify possible iron deficiency and thyroid problems, impaired kidney function and circulation problems. Flat nails can denote Raynaudâs disease. Yellow nails can indicate internal disorders long before other symptoms appear. Some of these are problems with the lymphatic system, respiratory disorders, diabetes and liver disorders. White nails indicate possible liver or kidney disorders and /or anemia. Dark nails and/or thin, flat, spoon-shaped nails are a sign of anemia. Deep blue nail beds show pulmonary obstruction such as asthma or emphysema. Nail bleeding is a sign of rheumatoid arthritis. Pitted red-brown spots and frayed and split ends indicate psoriasis; Brittle, soft, shiny nails without a moon may indicate an overactive thyroid.