Billy Dixon

William Dixon was an American scout and bison hunter active in the Texas Panhandle during the late 19th century. He is best known for helping to found Adobe Walls, where he famously fired a long-range buffalo rifle shot during the Second Battle of Adobe Walls, which turned the tide of an attack by a large force of Native American warriors.

For his actions at the Buffalo Wallow Fight, Dixon became one of only eight civilians in history to be awarded the United States Medal of Honor. He served as a civilian scout for the United States Army during the Red River War, guiding troops through difficult terrain and participating in multiple engagements.

Dixon's legacy as a frontiersman and scout remains a notable chapter in the history of the American West. His bravery and marksmanship in the Texas Panhandle solidified his status as a legendary figure of the frontier era.