NORTH Yorkshire armed forces veterans are being invited to take part in a project being co-ordinated by Falklands War hero Simon Weston.

The Odyssey Project is a campaign to preserve the history of the armed forces by making a record of veterans' experiences.

"It is vital that we make a record now of how life was for all those serving in the Armed Forces over the past 80-100 years," said Mr Weston.

Those who have served are invited to write about their experiences in 500 words.

Those submitted will be entered into the Odyssey Timeship, a virtual time capsule at the Imperial War Museum.

Funds raised from the project will benefit The Royal Star and Garter Home, a permanent home for disabled ex-Service men and women.

For more information contact The Odyssey Project 2001 on (0208) 439 8114.

Updated: 11:28 Wednesday, August 22, 2001