Joseph Cooke Jackson (August 5, 1835 – May 22, 1913) was an American Brevet Brigadier General and lawyer who participated in the American Civil War. He commanded the and participated in at least 21 battles of the war throughout his military career. He was also the Commissioner of Naval Credits, saving thousands of resources for his home state. Jackson was also a prestigious lawyer, becoming the assistant United States District Attorney of the Southern District of New York in 1870.