Who were some oppressors in Elie Wiesel's life?

Elie Wiesel, a Holocaust survivor and the author of the memoir "Night," encountered various oppressors throughout his life, particularly during the World War II as a result of the Nazi regime's persecution of Jews. Some of the key oppressors in Elie Wiesel's life included:

1. The Nazi Government: Under Adolf Hitler's rule, the Nazi government systemically oppressed and attempted to exterminate the Jewish people, along with other minority groups. This oppressive regime was responsible for the persecution and murder of six million Jews in the Holocaust.

2. SS Guards and Officers: In the concentration camps, such as Auschwitz and Buchenwald, where Elie Wiesel was imprisoned, SS guards and officers were personally responsible for brutal treatment, forced labor, and killings of the prisoners.

3. The Gestapo and the Collaborators: The Gestapo was the secret police of the Nazi regime, known for its ruthless and violent methods. Collaborators, including some non-Jewish citizens in occupied territories, also contributed to the oppression by aiding the Nazis in identifying and capturing Jews.

4. Ideological Oppressors: The spread of anti-Semitic ideology and propaganda throughout Europe also played a significant role in the oppression. This pervasive mentality dehumanized Jews and other minority groups and enabled the atrocities of the Holocaust.