How does the setting help the reader to understand the events which occur in chapter one of Night?

Setting is the context in which a story or scene occurs and includes the time, place, and social environment. It is important to establish a setting in your story, so your readers can visualize and experience it. ... If your readers don't know where or when the action is unfolding, they will be lost. via. google

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after defeating german forces in north africa allied leaders turned their attention to "italy," since this was the location that made the most geographic sense before invading northern europe via france.