Joseph C. Jackson
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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 26th New Jersey Infantry Regiment 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.
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Joseph Cooke Jackson | |
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Born | (1835-08-05)August 5, 1835 Newark, New Jersey, U.S. |
Died | May 22, 1913(1913-05-22) (aged 77) New York City, U.S. |
Buried | |
Allegiance | United States (Union) |
Branch | United States Army (Union Army) |
Rank | Colonel Bvt. Brigadier General |
Unit | 1st New Jersey Infantry Regiment |
Commands held | 26th New Jersey Infantry Regiment |
Battles/wars | American Civil War |
Alma mater | Yale University |
Spouse(s) |
Katharine Perkins Day
(m. 1864–1913) |
Children | 4 |
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