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Jeff Cooper Legacy Foundation

An armed man is a citizen; unarmed, he is merely a subject

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  • Can you identify these 5 of 6 original Combat Masters?  Which one is missing? #legends
  • We had Ai restore this photo of The Colonel.  What do you think? Ya or Nah? Regardless, that’s a nice big Buck! #grok
  • Ian Smith & Jeff Cooper.  Rhodesia, 1977.
  • Have you ever experienced Trycyclophobia? Sketch by Paul Kirchner
  • They say today is World Book Day!  Jeff Cooper had a wonderful library!  Check out his library index on our website!  What are your favorite books?  Jeffcooperdoundation.org
  • If you were fortunate enough to meet Janelle Cooper, you will know that this statement about her from The Guru, is true: “Jane Ellen Marks Cooper, my bride of 60 years.  I have lightly termed her “The Countess”, as that is the only title I may apply to the consort of a “Guru”. The Countess is the only person I have ever encountered, either in person or by reputation, who is without flaw.  Life has handed her its full share of tribulation, fulfillment, and adventure, and she has met each successive year with unmatched wisdom, courage, and pleasure – in equal measure.  The Countess is one of God’s best handworks.  I must have led a truly exemplary life in my previous incarnation if I deserve her in this one”
  • Where have you seen this before?  The Reactionary Manifesto! #thesconce ? Visit our website for more great quotes from The Guru!  Jeffcooperfoundation.org
  • Jeff and Janelle enjoying the outdoors!
  • August 1968. #Ruger #22longriflepistol
  • Shooting the M-16 “Poodle Shooter”. 1967, Big Bear.
  • Our latest scholarship recipients at #Gunsite. Gary Cordes, Matthew Peake, Lindy, Halen Mertens. 4-17-26
  • The Colonel having a little fun with the Striker! What’s not to love about a #12gauge #revolver ?
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Can you identify these 5 of 6 original Combat Masters?  Which one is missing? #legends
Can you identify these 5 of 6 original Combat Masters?  Which one is missing? #legends
Can you identify these 5 of 6 original Combat Masters?  Which one is missing? #legends
Can you identify these 5 of 6 original Combat Masters?  Which one is missing? #legends
Can you identify these 5 of 6 original Combat Masters?  Which one is missing? #legends
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We had Ai restore this photo of The Colonel.  What do you think? Ya or Nah? Regardless, that’s a nice big Buck! #grok
We had Ai restore this photo of The Colonel.  What do you think? Ya or Nah? Regardless, that’s a nice big Buck! #grok
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We had Ai restore this photo of The Colonel. What do you think? Ya or Nah? Regardless, that’s a nice big Buck! #grok
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Ian Smith & Jeff Cooper.  Rhodesia, 1977.
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Have you ever experienced Trycyclophobia? Sketch by Paul Kirchner
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They say today is World Book Day!  Jeff Cooper had a wonderful library!  Check out his library index on our website!  What are your favorite books?  Jeffcooperdoundation.org
They say today is World Book Day!  Jeff Cooper had a wonderful library!  Check out his library index on our website!  What are your favorite books?  Jeffcooperdoundation.org
They say today is World Book Day!  Jeff Cooper had a wonderful library!  Check out his library index on our website!  What are your favorite books?  Jeffcooperdoundation.org
They say today is World Book Day!  Jeff Cooper had a wonderful library!  Check out his library index on our website!  What are your favorite books?  Jeffcooperdoundation.org
They say today is World Book Day!  Jeff Cooper had a wonderful library!  Check out his library index on our website!  What are your favorite books?  Jeffcooperdoundation.org
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If you were fortunate enough to meet Janelle Cooper, you will know that this statement about her from The Guru, is true: “Jane Ellen Marks Cooper, my bride of 60 years.  I have lightly termed her “The Countess”, as that is the only title I may apply to the consort of a “Guru”. The Countess is the only person I have ever encountered, either in person or by reputation, who is without flaw.  Life has handed her its full share of tribulation, fulfillment, and adventure, and she has met each successive year with unmatched wisdom, courage, and pleasure – in equal measure.  The Countess is one of God’s best handworks.  I must have led a truly exemplary life in my previous incarnation if I deserve her in this one”
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If you were fortunate enough to meet Janelle Cooper, you will know that this statement about her from The Guru, is true: “Jane Ellen Marks Cooper, my bride of 60 years. I have lightly termed her “The Countess”, as that is the only title I may apply to the consort of a “Guru”. The Countess is the only person I have ever encountered, either in person or by reputation, who is without flaw. Life has handed her its full share of tribulation, fulfillment, and adventure, and she has met each successive year with unmatched wisdom, courage, and pleasure – in equal measure. The Countess is one of God’s best handworks. I must have led a truly exemplary life in my previous incarnation if I deserve her in this one”
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Where have you seen this before?  The Reactionary Manifesto! #thesconce ? Visit our website for more great quotes from The Guru!  Jeffcooperfoundation.org
Where have you seen this before?  The Reactionary Manifesto! #thesconce ? Visit our website for more great quotes from The Guru!  Jeffcooperfoundation.org
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Jeff and Janelle enjoying the outdoors!
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August 1968. #Ruger #22longriflepistol
August 1968. #Ruger #22longriflepistol
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Shooting the M-16 “Poodle Shooter”. 1967, Big Bear.
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Our latest scholarship recipients at #Gunsite. Gary Cordes, Matthew Peake, Lindy, Halen Mertens. 4-17-26
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The Colonel having a little fun with the Striker! What’s not to love about a #12gauge #revolver ?
The Colonel having a little fun with the Striker! What’s not to love about a #12gauge #revolver ?
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Happy 106th Birthday Colonel Cooper!  With every year that passes we miss you more and more!
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Happy 106th Birthday Colonel Cooper! With every year that passes we miss you more and more!
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Can you identify these 5 of 6 original Combat Masters?  Which one is missing? #legends
Can you identify these 5 of 6 original Combat Masters?  Which one is missing? #legends
Can you identify these 5 of 6 original Combat Masters?  Which one is missing? #legends
Can you identify these 5 of 6 original Combat Masters?  Which one is missing? #legends
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We had Ai restore this photo of The Colonel.  What do you think? Ya or Nah? Regardless, that’s a nice big Buck! #grok
We had Ai restore this photo of The Colonel.  What do you think? Ya or Nah? Regardless, that’s a nice big Buck! #grok
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We had Ai restore this photo of The Colonel. What do you think? Ya or Nah? Regardless, that’s a nice big Buck! #grok
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Ian Smith & Jeff Cooper.  Rhodesia, 1977.
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Have you ever experienced Trycyclophobia? Sketch by Paul Kirchner
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They say today is World Book Day!  Jeff Cooper had a wonderful library!  Check out his library index on our website!  What are your favorite books?  Jeffcooperdoundation.org
They say today is World Book Day!  Jeff Cooper had a wonderful library!  Check out his library index on our website!  What are your favorite books?  Jeffcooperdoundation.org
They say today is World Book Day!  Jeff Cooper had a wonderful library!  Check out his library index on our website!  What are your favorite books?  Jeffcooperdoundation.org
They say today is World Book Day!  Jeff Cooper had a wonderful library!  Check out his library index on our website!  What are your favorite books?  Jeffcooperdoundation.org
They say today is World Book Day!  Jeff Cooper had a wonderful library!  Check out his library index on our website!  What are your favorite books?  Jeffcooperdoundation.org
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If you were fortunate enough to meet Janelle Cooper, you will know that this statement about her from The Guru, is true: “Jane Ellen Marks Cooper, my bride of 60 years.  I have lightly termed her “The Countess”, as that is the only title I may apply to the consort of a “Guru”. The Countess is the only person I have ever encountered, either in person or by reputation, who is without flaw.  Life has handed her its full share of tribulation, fulfillment, and adventure, and she has met each successive year with unmatched wisdom, courage, and pleasure – in equal measure.  The Countess is one of God’s best handworks.  I must have led a truly exemplary life in my previous incarnation if I deserve her in this one”
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If you were fortunate enough to meet Janelle Cooper, you will know that this statement about her from The Guru, is true: “Jane Ellen Marks Cooper, my bride of 60 years. I have lightly termed her “The Countess”, as that is the only title I may apply to the consort of a “Guru”. The Countess is the only person I have ever encountered, either in person or by reputation, who is without flaw. Life has handed her its full share of tribulation, fulfillment, and adventure, and she has met each successive year with unmatched wisdom, courage, and pleasure – in equal measure. The Countess is one of God’s best handworks. I must have led a truly exemplary life in my previous incarnation if I deserve her in this one”
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Where have you seen this before?  The Reactionary Manifesto! #thesconce ? Visit our website for more great quotes from The Guru!  Jeffcooperfoundation.org
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Our Mission:

Our purpose is to promote and perpetuate the teachings and philosophy of Jeff Cooper, with special emphasis on the proper techniques for the use of small arms, the importance of self-reliance and the individual right and duty of self-defense.

The Foundation awards scholarships for training and education in the Cooper tradition.   In addition, it preserves, archives and maintains  Colonel Cooper’s writings and personal collections so that they may provide study and learning opportunities and inspiration for generations to come.

Photo Gallery

Heinie, Phyllis and Jeff visiting Uncle Les' Tioga Lodge above Mono Lake.
Heinie, Phyllis and Jeff visiting Uncle Les' Tioga Lodge above Mono Lake.
 Young Jeff on the steps of the Hoover Street house with the family collie, Napoleon.
Young Jeff on the steps of the Hoover Street house with the family collie, Napoleon.
 Jeff in an official N.R.A. photo.
Jeff in an official N.R.A. photo.
On the front porch of #8 Robin Road. Jeff, Parry (holding Alexander), Janelle, Lindy and family friend, John Lyon.
On the front porch of #8 Robin Road. Jeff, Parry (holding Alexander), Janelle, Lindy and family friend, John Lyon.
 Jeff's 1911
Jeff's 1911
The house on Robin Road in Big Bear. The structure on the left is the stand-alone garage.
The house on Robin Road in Big Bear. The structure on the left is the stand-alone garage.

Random Quote:

“If you don’t understand weapons you don’t understand fighting. If you don’t understand fighting you don’t understand war. If you don’t understand war you don’t understand history. And if you don’t understand history you might as well live with your head in a sack.”

Jeff Cooper

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