No, the name "buffalo soldier" does not refer to soldiers who were sent west to kill buffalo. The term "buffalo soldier" was used to refer to African American soldiers who served in the United States Army during the late 19th century. These soldiers were primarily stationed in the western United States, where they played an important role in the expansion and development of the country. Their duties included protecting settlers and stagecoaches, building roads and forts, and fighting against Native American tribes. The name "buffalo soldier" is believed to have originated from Native American tribes, who admired the bravery and strength of these soldiers and compared them to the powerful buffalo that roamed the plains.