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Honor the mysterious legend of D.B. Cooper on his day - grab your parachute and join in the search for clues and answers to this unsolved mystery!
Get ready to celebrate D.B. Cooper Day on November 24! This unique holiday commemorates the infamous hijacking and disappearance of a plane by a man known only as "D.B. Cooper" in 1971. Despite numerous investigations and theories, the true identity and whereabouts of Cooper remain a mystery to this day, making him one of the most elusive figures in modern history. From skydiving competitions to reenactments, there are many fun ways to honor this daring criminal and his legendary heist on D.B. Cooper Day. So put on your detective hat and join in on the excitement!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1971</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>The D.B. Cooper Hijacking</div><div class='timeline-text'>On November 24, 1971, an individual using the alias "D.B. Cooper" hijacked Northwest Airlines Flight 305 and extorted $200,000 in ransom before parachuting to an uncertain fate.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1972</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>FBI Investigation Begins</div><div class='timeline-text'>The FBI launched what would become one of the longest and most exhaustive investigations in its history, codenamed NORJAK (Northwest Hijacking).</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Discovery of Cooper's Money</div><div class='timeline-text'>A young boy discovered a decaying package containing $5,800 in $20 bills with serial numbers matching the ransom money on a Columbia River beach.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>DNA Evidence Unveiled</div><div class='timeline-text'>The FBI announced that it obtained a partial DNA profile of D.B. Cooper from the tie he left behind on the hijacked plane.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2016</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>FBI Suspends Investigation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The FBI announced it was suspending the active investigation of the D.B. Cooper case, effectively turning this into a cold case.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First D.B. Cooper Day Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>Enthusiasts and mystery solvers start organizing events and activities such as skydiving and costume parties to commemorate the day of the infamous hijacking.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch a documentary about D.B. Cooper</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Learn more about the mysterious D.B. Cooper by watching a documentary or film about his famous unsolved case. This is a great way to commemorate D.B. Cooper Day and maybe even discover new theories or clues.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit the site of the D.B. Cooper hijacking</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to the Pacific Northwest and visit the site where D.B. Cooper hijacked his plane in 1971. You can see the exact location and imagine what it was like during the infamous hijacking.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Hijack your own party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends and family and throw a D.B. Cooper themed party! Dress up as the elusive hijacker, serve airplane-inspired snacks, and play games related to the case. It’s a fun and creative way to celebrate D.B. Cooper Day.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a D.B. Cooper scavenger hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get your friends or family involved in a D.B. Cooper themed scavenger hunt! Create clues related to the case and have participants follow the trail to find a hidden treasure.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make a parachute craft</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>In honor of D.B. Cooper’s parachute escape, make a fun parachute craft with your kids or friends. Use materials like paper, string, and plastic bags to create your own mini parachutes and see whose can glide the farthest.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It keeps the mystery alive</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>D.B. Cooper Day commemorates one of the most notorious unsolved criminal cases in American history. The fact that the identity and whereabouts of the hijacker is still unknown adds to the intrigue and captivates people's attention every year.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a reminder of an incredible feat</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The daring mid-flight ransom demand made by D.B. Cooper has become part of folklore, with many admiring his bold moves and cunning planning. Celebrating D.B. Cooper Day is a way to remember this incredible and audacious feat.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Conspiracy theories, fan theories, and speculations about what really happened on that November night in 1971 continue to swirl around D.B. Cooper. On this day, people from all walks of life come together to share their thoughts and theories, making it a day of lively discussions and fascinating conversations.</p></div></div>
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