Bill Cooper

Milton William “Bill” Cooper (1943–2001) was an American conspiracy theorist, radio broadcaster, and author best known for the 1991 book *Behold a Pale Horse*.

Milton William “Bill” Cooper (1943–2001) was an American conspiracy theorist, radio broadcaster, and author, best known for his 1991 book *Behold a Pale Horse* and his shortwave radio show *The Hour of the Time*.

What it is

Bill Cooper built a career in U.S. fringe-media circles by promoting claims about government cover-ups, extraterrestrials, and a global “New World Order.” His book and radio broadcasts reached a wide audience in the 1990s, making him a prominent figure in conspiracy culture and the militia movement.

Key details

Cooper was born on May 6, 1943. He wrote *Behold a Pale Horse* (1991) and hosted *The Hour of the Time* on shortwave radio. He died on November 5, 2001, in a shootout with sheriff’s deputies in Eagar, Arizona, after authorities attempted to arrest him and he allegedly fired at them.

Why it matters for Canadian readers

Cooper’s ideas are part of the wider history of North American conspiracy culture and far-right activism. While his direct impact on Canada is limited, his work influenced fringe media that Canadian audiences may encounter, especially via the internet and cross-border radio.