jun 1, 1943 - Zoot Suit Riots
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The Zoot Suit Riots were a series of conflicts in June 1943 in Los Angeles, California, United States, between American servicemen stationed in Southern California against Mexican American youths and other minorities who were residents of the city.
Who : American servicemen against Mexican American youths
Where : Los Angeles, California
Why : Mexican Americans getting beat up
Significance : Act on racism
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