Subjects after connectors

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Subjects after connectors

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Hi, my problem is knowing when I need and don't need a subject after a connector and I can't find any rule or information on the Internet. For example do I need "we" after "but" in the following sentence?

We were early, but we went home.
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When do I need and don't need a subject after a connector and I can't find any rule.
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Re: Subjects after connectors

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There are no strict rules about this. If in doubt, simply repeat!
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