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Jeff Cooper Legacy Foundation

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

Family Photos

Family Photos

Jeff and his new MG.
Jeff and his new MG.
Driving this little car around Washington was fun.
Driving this little car around Washington was fun.
It was a tight squeeze, but the whole family could fit.
It was a tight squeeze, but the whole family could fit.
Jeff's first Porsche.
Jeff's first Porsche.
Jeff racing his new Porsche.
Jeff racing his new Porsche.
Jeff's older brother, Harry Brand "Heinie" Cooper.
Jeff's older brother, Harry Brand "Heinie" Cooper.
Jeff's older sister, Austeen "Phyllis" Cooper
Jeff's older sister, Austeen "Phyllis" Cooper
The Hudson and the Porsche taking a break during the summer trip across country, 1953.
The Hudson and the Porsche taking a break during the summer trip across country, 1953.
The girls enjoy the Badlands.
The girls enjoy the Badlands.
The girls at Mt. Rushmore.
The girls at Mt. Rushmore.
Jeff's first Porsche Roadster.
Jeff's first Porsche Roadster.
The 'Red Baron'
The 'Red Baron'
Jeff's friend, Dan Gurney
Jeff's friend, Dan Gurney
The entire Cooper clan gathered on the back lawn of the house at 500 North Rossmore on 1 April 1956.
The entire Cooper clan gathered on the back lawn of the house at 500 North Rossmore on 1 April 1956.
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.
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.
Janelle and Jay were happy to be in the same town for awhile.
Janelle and Jay were happy to be in the same town for awhile.
Learning to ski.
Learning to ski.
Relaxing at the lodge at Snow Summit.
Relaxing at the lodge at Snow Summit.
Jeff is his promotional togs.
Jeff is his promotional togs.
Some of the early competitors, Jeff is in the middle.
Some of the early competitors, Jeff is in the middle.
Jack Weaver on the right, with Colonel C.F. "Bud" Reynolds, a family friend who often helped out with administering the matches.
Jack Weaver on the right, with Colonel C.F. "Bud" Reynolds, a family friend who often helped out with administering the matches.
 Jack Weaver demonstrating the "Weaver Stance".
Jack Weaver demonstrating the "Weaver Stance".
Jack Weaver vs Thell Reed - a classic bout.
Jack Weaver vs Thell Reed - a classic bout.
Thell Reed, probably the fastest of the top six.
Thell Reed, probably the fastest of the top six.
Janelle became a master at scoring matches.
Janelle became a master at scoring matches.
Five of the top six competitors in the early days of practical shooting. From left to right: Ray Chapman, Elden Carl, Thell Reed, Jeff Cooper, Jack Weaver. Missing is John Plahn. Jeff dislikes this picture because they are all violating two of the safety
Five of the top six competitors in the early days of practical shooting. From left to right: Ray Chapman, Elden Carl, Thell Reed, Jeff Cooper, Jack Weaver. Missing is John Plahn. Jeff dislikes this picture because they are all violating two of the safety
Dancing after a match. From left to right: Janelle, Ray Chapman, Parry, Elden Carl.
Dancing after a match. From left to right: Janelle, Ray Chapman, Parry, Elden Carl.
The Weaver Stance against the one-handed method. Jeff is on the left. Guess who won?
The Weaver Stance against the one-handed method. Jeff is on the left. Guess who won?
Janelle, Parry and Lindy enjoy some horseback riding.
Janelle, Parry and Lindy enjoy some horseback riding.
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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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Ian Smith & Jeff Cooper.  Rhodesia, 1977.
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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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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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Jeff and Janelle enjoying the outdoors!
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August 1968. #Ruger #22longriflepistol
August 1968. #Ruger #22longriflepistol
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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

The girls at Mt. Rushmore.
The girls at Mt. Rushmore.
Jeff and the Roe Deer of Germany in the 1970's. It was written up in 'Fireworks' as 'Venison Harvest'.
Jeff and the Roe Deer of Germany in the 1970's. It was written up in 'Fireworks' as 'Venison Harvest'.
Jeff's older sister, Austeen "Phyllis" Cooper
Jeff's older sister, Austeen "Phyllis" Cooper
 Jeff's prize-winning Bighorn sheep holds a place of honor on Jeff's wall today.
Jeff's prize-winning Bighorn sheep holds a place of honor on Jeff's wall today.
 The 1941 Wyoming Pronghorn
The 1941 Wyoming Pronghorn
The "Sconce" taking shape.
The "Sconce" taking shape.

Random Quote:

“We continue to be exasperated by the view, apparently gaining momentum in certain circles, that armed robbery is okay as long as nobody gets hurt! The proper solution to armed robbery is a dead robber, on the scene.”

Jeff Cooper

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