“Ladies and gentlemen, today is Veterans Day, a day to salute those who gave of themselves to serving our country.  At this time, we ask that all of our veterans who have served in the United States military to please rise so that you may be recognized with a round of applause of appreciation from those you have helped to defend.

And now ladies and gentlemen, we ask that you please join our veterans and rise for a moment of silence to honor the men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country.  Today, we salute those who have lose their lives from the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard with a moment of silence.”

[Wait 11 seconds]

Anthem Singer-“Thank you, and now ladies and gentlemen, please remain standing and direct your attention to [location of singer] and please welcome [singer’s name] to sing our National Anthem.”

Pre-Recorded Anthem-“Thank you, and now ladies and gentlemen, please remain standing and direct your attention to the American flag located [give location] for the playing of our National Anthem.”