Trenton is the capital city of the U.S. state of New Jersey and the county seat of Mercer County. It was briefly the capital of the United States of America, in 1784. The city's metropolitan area is the smallest in the state.
The city was founded on the banks of the Delaware River in 1792 by a group of Quakers from Philadelphia led by George Washington's brother, John. Trenton became the capital of the United States of America in 1784 for one year, until the nation's capital was moved to Philadelphia.
During the 19th century, Trenton grew steadily as a manufacturing center. The city was a major battlefield in the American Civil War, with more than 30,000 men killed in action.
Today, Trenton is a vibrant city with a diverse economy, a rich history, and a bright future.
