Racial conflicts known as the "Zoot Suit Riots" took place in June 1943 in Los Angeles, California.The tensions primarily involved Mexican-American youths, known as "pachucos" or "zoot suiters," and members of the U.S. military and white civilians. The term "zoot suit" referred to a distinctive style of clothing worn by young Mexican-Americans, characterized by high-waisted, wide-legged trousers, a long coat with padded shoulders, a wide-brimmed hat, and sometimes flashy accessories. The tensions escalated when conflicts between zoot suiters and military personnel stationed in Los Angeles led to violence. The servicemen, fueled by wartime anxieties, racial prejudice, and cultural misunderstandings, targeted Mexican-American youths, especially