PHOTOGRAPHERS are being invited to capture a piece of Keighley history.

Every photograph tells a story and The History Channel wants to capture the moments in history that might otherwise be forgotten. To do this it has launched the second phase of its local history project, Photos for the Future 2.

The national initiative will create a visual and lasting record of the lives of ordinary people for future generations.

The project is open for people of all ages and there will be prizes of video cameras, cameras and merchandise for the best photographs. You must submit a photograph that you think best captures a moment in history, either by selecting a photograph from a family album or taking your own.

Each photograph must be accompanied by a caption of up to 100 words, stating why it is of personal and historic value, and why it will be of interest to future generations.

Categories for entry are: childhood, fashions, inventions, town and country life, war and peace and the year 2000.

A tailored scheme for primary and secondary schools throughout the UK has also been organised to complement local history on the National Curriculum.

A series of two-minute programmes will be broadcast on The History Channel daily at 12.55pm and 6.55pm featuring some of the best entries to the project. Entries will also be on display on The History Channel web site.

The deadline for entries is July 21. Once judging has taken place a large number of entries will be displayed throughout the autumn in a series of exhibitions, including one at the Royal Armouries, in Leeds.

The Royal British Legion will also be taking part offering exclusive prizes for the best entries from its members.

A commemorative book will be produced by Sutton publishing and will include over 500 of the best entries.

Entry forms will be available throughout the UK, from libraries and selected museums and galleries or by calling 0800 448888, or forms can be downloaded from the Internet (www.thehistorychannel.co.uk)

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