In the heart
Of Shanghai
Underneath
A darkened sky
800 soldiers
Prepared to die
Facing defeat
With heads held high

A flame refused to fade
The 88th Division
A reputation was made
Battered but unbroken
Through the smoke and thunder
They held the line,
With courage and honor
Their spirits shine.

With rifles in hand
And hearts set aflame
They fought for freedom
Fought for their name
Outnumbered and outgunned
They never cowered
Facing fear and death
Their resolve empowered