Who said "Defeat is merely a lesson waiting to be learned."?

This quote is attributed to William Halsey.

Defeat is merely a lesson waiting to be learned. - William Halsey

"Defeat is merely a lesson waiting to be learned."

William Halsey Perseverance

Military Admiral American 1882–1959

"Hit hard, hit fast, hit often."

"There are no great men, only great challenges that ordinary men are forced by circumstance to meet."

"The only thing worse than a battle lost is a battle won."

"Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead!"

"Perseverance is the key to success."

"Don't give up on what you believe in."

"I've been through worse."

"You learn to live with the pain."