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Garforth: Historic plaques given new home
Two historic plaques have been given a fitting home in Garforth after years gathering dust in an attic.
The plaques were presented to the people of Garforth by the Royal Air Force and Royal Navy in recognition of the town's sponsorship of planes and ships during the Second World War.
They were discovered earlier this year during a clearout at the Garforth One Stop Centre on Main Street.
Now the plaques are going on permanent display at the town's miners' welfare hall.
Councillor Mark Dobson (Lab, Garforth & Swillington) said: "Garforth's contribution to the war effort was diverse.
"As well as providing service personnel, the town had a huge role to play in agriculture and mining.
"It is therefore fitting that the plaques have found a proper home."
The clearout of the one stop centre's attic also uncovered thousands of files dating back decades.
They included everything from maps and geographical surveys to planning applications and property deeds.
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