Who is the protagonist of the story of an hour of kate Chopin?

The protagonist of Kate Chopin's "The Story of an Hour" is Louise Mallard. She experiences a complex range of emotions after hearing about her husband's death, initially feeling grief but soon discovering a sense of freedom and independence. This transformative realization about her life and marriage ultimately leads to a shocking and tragic conclusion. Through Louise, Chopin explores themes of identity, freedom, and the constraints of societal expectations on women.