Welcome to the Trent’s Company web site. Trent’s Regiment was founded in August of 1982 and portrays the life of William Trent’s Virginia Militia which served as a provincial unit under the British during the French and Indian War (circa 1754). Its members, who primarily reside in Western Pennsylvania, share a common passion for history and are happy to share this passion with others who show an interest in that clash of empires that was the prelude to the Revolutionary War.

Visiting historical sites and seeing rebuilt historical buildings and ramparts gives you a glimpse of the history that occurred around them, but to truly experience the history requires a living presence. The sound of officers giving orders, the explosive volleys and the smell of smoke from musket fire, seeing the armies skirmish before your very eyes. To be able to pick up a Brown Bess musket. To know just how heavy and awkward the weapon truly was (especially with the bayonet affixed to it) and to also realize that this was the weapon that helped forge an empire. These things are an experience for both re-enactor and spectator alike.

Trent’s Company puts on demonstrations, displays and battle/skirmish re-enactments. We are a diverse group with members having a variety of technical and trade backgrounds. The common threads running through the group are the love of history, the friendship and the love of having fun.

GOD SAVE THE KING!