Marmaduke Dixon (mountaineer)

Marmaduke Dixon (born c. 1855, died 1933) was a British mountaineer known for his ascents in the Alps and the Caucasus. While not as widely known as some of his contemporaries, Dixon was a prominent figure in the late 19th and early 20th century golden age of alpinism. He was a member of the Alpine Club and contributed articles to the Alpine Journal.

Dixon's mountaineering career began in the Alps, where he made numerous ascents of notable peaks, including Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn, and the Eiger. He was particularly noted for his interest in difficult routes and new variations.

Later in his career, Dixon became one of the first British climbers to explore the Caucasus Mountains. He participated in several expeditions to the region and made significant ascents of peaks such as Mount Elbrus and Mount Kazbek. His explorations contributed to the growing knowledge of the geography and mountaineering potential of the Caucasus.

While details of his personal life remain relatively obscure, Dixon's contributions to mountaineering are documented in mountaineering journals and historical accounts of the period. His climbs are considered significant achievements for their time, and he is remembered as a skilled and adventurous alpinist.