[Stephen A. Camp]

Hello. The man who contributed much to the world of firearms and particularly handgunning has passed. He died quietly at home this afternoon.



Col. Cooper was never one to leave a person wondering what side of an issue he was on and while I did not always agree with his opinions, I respected them and him.



As most probably know, he was and had been a leading advocate of the .45 ACP and 1911 pattern pistol and presented ideas on shooting and training that were considered novel at the time though more the norm today.



I met this man a time or two and he was most cordial on these occassions, but I cannot say that we knew each other, just chatted a few moments at NRA conventions.



In any event, Col. Cooper's passing while not a pure "gun issue" is at least "gun-related."



Best.

 

[Rvrctyrngr]

Very sad news.



I had the honor of meeting Col. Cooper and training under his tutelage when I attended Gunsite after Desert Storm (free of charge). A truly awesome experience.



Semper Fi.

 

[raz-0]

He lived a long life, and it seems he did it mostly on his terms, so I can't really be sad.



I can say I hope his estate is in good order and we won't be seing his name slapped on every piece of junk that comes down the river.

 

[Ricky T]

RIP Col. Cooper.

 

[YukonGlocker]

R.I.P.

 

[G56]

He was a legend and will be missed, RIP.

 

[Puffy]

Tis a sad day, my father got me in week long combat session with Col Cooper 25 years ago. What I learned, I still use and has saved my life more than once. Salutes to you Col. I miss you already.