Jackson was born in Hammersmith and began his career as a junior with Crystal Palace, signing from St Clement Danes School in March 1962.
[4] He then went on to make 222 consecutive appearances and was ever present in the 1968–69 season which saw Palace reach the top flight for the first time.
Jackson received a standing ovation at the end of his first top flight match for seven years, having made three important saves in Town's 2–1 win.
Ipswich manager Bobby Robson said: "We have paid him a year's salary to make those saves, but it was worth it!
"[6] His nickname, reflecting the Palace supporters' respect for his safe hands, was "Stonewall", inspired by the Confederate general from the American Civil War.