The two made the journey from Aberystwyth for the two-day "Defence of Blaenavon" re-enactment last week.

Several history societies attended the popular event.

Mr Sweet said only a few people knew about his proposal plans and that he found the experience "nerve-wracking".

"We were all lined up at the end of the battle and they were calling each group forward," he said.

"When Marcela's group were called out, I stepped forward and told them what I was doing and got down on one knee.

"It was nerve-wracking for me as she didn't say 'yes' straightaway. I think she was just in shock."