15 points: how does modern europe differ from 17th century europe? specifically in political geography, population, religion, and immigration.

Since the 17th century Europe has changed in many ways.
Geographically: The Ottoman Empire has turned into a smaller country of Turkey, Germany was created from many small German states, and many new countries have formed.
Population: Since the 17th century, the population has grown a lot because the discovered industry since then and have many organizations to keep peace, like the EU. 
Religion: Many countries are more secular because religion is not as important anymore. And they have more immigration because the are a place where people can live well and earn money, so people in places like Syria and Russia can move to Europe to live better, which means more immigration is happening.

If you are talking about the Revolutionary War, I believe that the French brought the Patriots supplies when they were in need.