Prince Joseph Frederick of Anhalt-Dessau (1745-1811) was a German nobleman and a member of the House of Anhalt. He was the son of Prince Leopold I of Anhalt-Dessau and played a significant role in the military and political affairs of his time. Joseph Frederick served in various capacities, including as a general in the Prussian army. He is best known for his contributions to the Anhalt-Dessau region, where he worked to improve local governance and infrastructure. His leadership helped to modernize the area, making it more prosperous during his reign. Joseph Frederick's legacy is remembered in the context of the broader history of German principalities.